Story of the Dish Crisp buttery puff pastry filled with sweet lobster and silky saffron bisque creates a luxurious hors d'oeuvre. Ingredients 8 mini vol-au-vent shells; 10 oz cooked lobster; butter; shallot; white wine; cream; mascarpone; Dijon; chives; lobster shells; carrot; celery; onion; tomato paste; seafood stock; saffron. Preparation Sauté shells and aromatics, caramelize tomato paste, deglaze with wine, add stock and saffron and simmer 35 minutes. Strain, add cream an

Spicy Meatball filled with Mozzarella Spicy Meatball filled with Mozzarella Story of the Dish Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs (Polpette alla Mozzarella) By Master Chef Gianluca Deiana Abis History of Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs This dish hails from southern Italy, where meatballs (polpette) are a cherished part of the culinary culture. The tradition of stuffing polpette with mozzarella is believed to have been popularized in Naples. The combination of savory meat, fragrant herb

Uova alla Contadina (Italian Country-Style Eggs with Potatoes, Peppers and Tomatoes) Story of the Dish A rustic Italian country-style preparation of eggs with crisp potatoes, caramelized peppers and onions, and reduced San Marzano tomato sauce. Servings & Timing Serves 4. About 45 minutes. Ingredients 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes; 1 red bell pepper; 1 yellow bell pepper; 1 yellow onion; 2 garlic cloves; 3 tbsp EVOO; 1 tbsp butter. Tomato: 1½ cups crushed San Marzano tomatoes, 1 t