Recipe

This is a traditional recipe with many of the flavors of Sicily.  It makes a tasty & healthy pesto sauce that's ready in less than 30 minutes and can be served with Papa Vince Busiate Pasta.   You can use any nuts in this recipe but Chef Fe...

You may think that olive oil is reserved for appetizers and entrees and maybe even drinking that single shot in the morning to boost your health.  Who says that Extra Virgin Olive Oil doesn't also make a delicious dessert? You know the Italians...

A simple salad that can be made in less than 10 minutes using a few ingredients and seasoned with Papa Vince Extra Virgin Olive Oil.  It's a nutritious ...

Traditionally every Italian made their own pasta but nowadays for most families it's only on special events and holidays.  It takes a little more preparation time than prepackaged pasta but it tastes so much better.  Chef Federico shows how you can ea...

Italians don't eat so much pasta salad but here in coastal Alabama this dish is perfect for a light lunch and is a definite crowd pleaser at a pot luck!  And it's another excuse to eat some more shrimp!  In this recipe the shrimp is perfectly paired w...

Brussel sprouts are amazing. Not only are they absolutely delicious and easy to make, but their health benefits are endless.  Brussel Sprouts and Papa Vince Extra Virgin Olive Oil are both high in antioxidants which means that you can have a mea...

Beets boast an impressive range of health benefits.   They are low in fat and in calories and can be easily added to your diet.  Try this simple Italian arugula and beet salad that can be prepared in 5-10 minutes (just remember that you need to steam your beets in advance)....

This is how Italians make potato salad using Extra Virgin Olive Oil instead of mayo.  This makes a healthy side dish to serve to your guests at any event. Mediterranean / Vegan Diet

You can make the Beet Pesto and enjoy it cold as a dip or on top of mini toasts as an appetizer.  We show you how to use it as a pasta sauce with extra walnuts, Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of Papa Vince EVOO. Mediterrane...

Risotto is a truly Italian Dish.  We don't eat it in Sicily though, it's a comfort food from Northern Italy.  Risotto is made with a short grain rice known as Arborio and the dish gets its creamy consistency by adding broth to the rice and allow...