Author name: Corrado Santacroce

Corrado Santacroce, a culinary school graduate, brings his passion for Italian and international recipes to Mangia with Corrado, sharing creative dishes and cooking tips.

Scaccia Ragusana with Ricotta and Potatoes

Scaccia Ragusana with Ricotta and Potatoes (Sicilian Stuffed Flatbread)

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This Sicilian specialty from Ragusa represents rustic Italian baking at its most satisfying. Scaccia Ragusana with Ricotta and Potatoes features thin, elastic pizza dough wrapped around creamy ricotta, tender potato slices, and sweet onions, then baked until the exterior turns crisp and golden while the inside stays soft and rich. Scaccia, also called scacce in […]

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Arugula Salad with Honey Dijon Lemon Vinaigrette

Arugula Salad with Honey Dijon Lemon Vinaigrette

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This Arugula Salad with Honey Dijon Lemon Vinaigrette is a perfect example of balanced salad construction: the peppery arugula pairs beautifully with the sweet-tart vinaigrette, creamy avocado adds texture, toasted seeds provide crunch, and aged cheese brings savory depth. The honey-Dijon lemon vinaigrette demonstrates classic French emulsification, suspending oil in acid for a smooth, flavorful

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An Italian orange cake just out of the oven on my countertop.

Italian Orange Cake That Tastes Like a Bakery Classic

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This Italian-style orange cake (torta all’arancia) represents the traditional approach to simple citrus baking. Whole eggs whipped with sugar create structure and lightness, while fresh orange juice, zest, and extract deliver bold citrus flavor throughout. The cake achieves a tender, moist crumb thanks to pastry flour, oil instead of butter, and the acidic orange juice

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Oven-Baked Trout Fillets with Lemon, Olives & Tomatoes and Steamed Lemon Broccoli.

Oven-Baked Trout Fillets with Lemon, Olives & Tomatoes and Steamed Lemon Broccoli

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This dish exemplifies the Mediterranean approach to fish cookery: minimal intervention, maximum flavor through quality ingredients. Oven-Baked Trout Fillets with Lemon, Olives & Tomatoes plus Steamed Lemon Broccoli showcase this perfectly, as trout fillets bake with aromatic lemon slices, briny olives, and sweet cherry tomatoes, while steamed broccoli receives a simple lemon dressing. The entire

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Oven Baked Rigatoni with Meatballs.

Oven Baked Rigatoni with Meatballs, Peas, Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella

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This Oven Baked Rigatoni with Meatballs, Peas, Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella combines tender rigatoni, homemade meatballs, and rich tomato sauce for a comforting, family-style meal. Mozzarella is stirred in and layered on top for creamy, golden perfection. This hearty dish is perfect for gatherings and cozy dinners 🙂. Understanding Baked Pasta Construction Baked pasta dishes

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Veal Cutlet Sandwich with Mushrooms and Cubanelle.

Veal Cutlet Sandwich with Mushrooms and Cubanelle

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This Italian-American sandwich elevates the classic veal cutlet into a Veal Cutlet Sandwich with Mushrooms by pairing crisp breaded veal with a layered tomato sauce enriched with sautéed mushrooms and cubanelle peppers. The combination creates a complete, satisfying meal where crunchy cutlet meets savory-sweet sauce, all tucked into a toasted kaiser roll that holds up

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Chicken Parmesan with Mushrooms & Green Onions.

Chicken Parmesan with Mushrooms & Green Onions (Baked In)

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This streamlined chicken Parmesan technique eliminates multiple cooking steps by assembling raw mushrooms and aromatics directly into the baking dish, allowing them to cook simultaneously with the breaded chicken. The method produces a unified, flavor-rich casserole where vegetable juices mingle with tomato sauce and melted cheese, creating a more cohesive dish than traditional approaches that

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Fresh Pappardelle with Fennel Sausage, Mushrooms, Garlic & Herbs.

Fresh Pappardelle with Fennel Sausage, Mushrooms, Garlic & Herbs

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This Fresh Pappardelle with Fennel Sausage, Mushrooms, Garlic & Herbs recipe combines handmade pasta with a rich, savory sauce built on Italian fennel sausage, caramelized mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. The dish balances rustic flavors with refined technique, creating a restaurant-quality meal that showcases the superior texture and flavor absorption of fresh pasta over dried varieties.

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An Italian Breaded Beef Cutlet Sandwich cut in half on a cutting board.

Italian Breaded Beef Cutlet Sandwich with Tomato Sauce, Mushrooms, Peppers & Provolone

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There’s something deeply satisfying about a well-made cutlet sandwich. Crispy, golden breading meets tender meat, melted cheese, bright tomato sauce, and savory sautéed vegetables, all stacked into one hearty bite. This Italian-style breaded beef cutlet sandwich draws from classic Italian-American cooking, where breaded cutlets are the base for countless comforting meals. What sets this sandwich

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