Noce di Manzo alla Pizzaiola (Italian Beef Knuckle Pizzaiola) Story of the Dish Noce di manzo is a lean compact hindquarter muscle, often compared approximately with beef knuckle or sirloin tip. It is less tender than filetto but extremely useful for thin steaks, involtini and quick skillet preparations. Alla pizzaiola is a natural application: thin beef slices are seared briefly and finished in a fresh tomato sauce with garlic, oregano and olive oil. The meat should remain t

Petto di Pollo con ‘Nduja, Burrata e Pomodorini Arrosto (Italian ‘Nduja Chicken Breast) A Calabrian inspired chicken breast with spicy ‘nduja, roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh burrata, basil, white wine, and a light tomato jus. Burrata is added only at plating and ‘nduja is used as a concentrated seasoning. Servings: 4. Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes. Total: 50 minutes. Ingredients 4 chicken breasts, 6 oz each (170 g each) 12 oz cherry tomatoes (340 g) 3 1/2 tbsp extra virg

A severe Zafferano & Co. review of Piccola Cucina Osteria Siciliana in New York, with real Sicilian identity, strong pasta and hospitality, but an overextended menu. Final rating: 3.5 out of 5.