Classico E Moderno: Essential Italian Cooking... Michael White , Andrew Friedma

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY PUBLISHERS WEEKLYHaving won or been nominated for just about every known prestigious culinary award, Michael White is hailed by food critics as the next great hero of Italian gastronomy. In the "Classico" portion, White shares such iconic dishes as Meatballs Braised in Tomato Sauce; Pasta and Bean Soup; Cavatelli with Lamb Rag and Bell Peppers; and Roasted Pork Leg with Rosemary and Black Pepper. His reach extends around the globe with a clutch of acclaimed fine dining restaurants, including Marea, Ai Fiori, Osteria Morini, and pizzeria Nicoletta.Now, in Classico e Moderno, White brings his passion for authentic Italian cuisine to the home kitchen, with recipes--nearly 250--that cover both the traditional and contemporary dishes of the region.

The "Moderno" chapters feature recipes that have put White's