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Pasta with aubergine pesto: How to cook this first course – Gordon Ramsay’s version

How to make pasta with aubergine pesto

The process is extremely easy especially if you watch the video recipe here!

Pasta with aubergine pesto

You’ve probably never tried a quick and easy aubergine pesto. Grandma prepares it with the air fryer and the blender in order to quickly cook the aubergines and blend everything to obtain the pesto.

Preparation 10 minutes

Cooking 40 minutes

Scope First dishes

Kitchen Italian cuisine

hand blender
air fryer

1 kg of aubergines
360 gr of pasta wholemeal tagliatelle
40 gr of almonds
30 gr of parmesan cheese
60 ml of oil
Basil leaves
Half a clove of garlic
salt

PROCEDURE: HOW TO COOK PASTA WITH AUBERGINE PESTO

First, pierce the aubergines with the tines of a fork and make an incision on the top to cook them in the air fryer and put a pinch of salt and a drop of oil in the cut.
We cook the aubergines at 200 degrees for 25-30 minutes in an air fryer. We remove the softened pulp and at this point you can also boil the pasta water.
We put the cooled pulp in a jug and add the almonds, basil, half a clove of garlic, parmesan, oil and salt. Blend everything with the blender. Throw away the pasta and put the aubergine pesto in the pan with a little cooking water. Drain the pasta al dente, 3-4 minutes before what is indicated on the package of pasta. Mix for 3-4 minutes
We put the cooled pulp in a jug and add the almonds, basil, half a clove of garlic, parmesan, oil and salt. Blend everything with the blender.
Throw away the pasta and put the aubergine pesto in the pan with a little cooking water. Drain the pasta al dente, 3-4 minutes before what is indicated on the package of pasta. Mix for 3-4 minutes

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Pasta with aubergine pesto is one of those extremely easy and quick recipes that everyone can prepare in a short time and cook a healthy and tasty first course, without frying! This recipe from my grandmother from Cucina Geek is even faster if you cook the aubergines in the air fryer.

INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE – PASTA WITH AUBERGINE PESTO

1 kg of aubergines
360 g of pasta (wholemeal tagliatelle)
40 g of almonds
30 g of Parmigiano Reggiano
60 ml of oil
Basil leaves
Half a clove of garlic
salt

Perfect spring brunch: ideas for a top menu – Gordon Ramsay’s version

Spring has finally arrived and with it the opportunity to organize a special brunch to celebrate the new season. If you are passionate about cooking and gastronomy, there is no better time to show off your culinary skills and delight your guests with a super top menu. Here are some ideas for creating the perfect spring brunch that will leave everyone speechless.

Fresh and colorful appetizers

To start spring brunch in a fresh and light way, opt for appetizers that are both tasty and aesthetically appealing. A selection of bruschettas with fresh cherry tomatoes, basil and extra virgin olive oil will be a guaranteed success. Accompany the bruschetta with a variety of spring salads, enriched with fresh fruit, nuts and mature cheeses. For a touch of elegance, don’t forget to include some croutons with cooked ham mousse.

Light and tasty first courses

Moving on to first courses, focus on light and tasty preparations that are able to satisfy the most demanding palates. A timeless classic for a spring brunch is la cold pasta with rocket pesto and prawns, a dish that combines the freshness of seasonal vegetables with the strong taste of seafood. For those who prefer gluten-free options, a great alternative is one quinoa salad with grilled vegetables and feta.

Spring and refined desserts

To end the brunch in style, you can’t miss a selection of spring desserts that will win over all the guests. Prepare a fresh fruit tart, enriched with seasonal strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, for a touch of sweetness and freshness. Accompany the tart with some lemon mousse served in elegant glasses, ideal for those who love citrus and refreshing flavours.

The perfect spring brunch is based on a equilibrium between freshness, lightness and refinement, with dishes that enhance seasonal ingredients and delight the senses. With these super top menu ideas, you’ll be ready to amaze your guests and create an unforgettable dining experience. Enjoy your meal!

Benedetta’s chocolate colomba, the clever recipe that is tastier than the traditional one. Add this vial, it will be very soft – Gordon Ramsay’s version

There Benedetta’s chocolate Easter dove it is the delicious and chocolatey version of the classic Easter dove with candied fruit. The basic dough remains the same, but is enriched with chocolate chips and covered with a cocoa glaze on the surface. This is the Easter dessert par excellence, a must on Italian tables during the Holy Week holidays, alongside other classics such as the Neapolitan pastiera and the Sicilian cassata. Try it too and you will see that you will satisfy adults and children alike!

Benedetta’s chocolate dove

Ingredients

3 eggs
350 g of 00 flour
90 g of sunflower seed oil
170 g of milk
150 g of sugar
1 orange for the zest
1 lemon for zest
1 vial of Paneangeli almond aroma
15 g of Instant Yeast Pizzaiolo Savory Pies and Piadine Paneangeli
125 g Paneangeli chocolate chips
125 g of Paneangeli cocoa icing
granulated sugar Paneangeli to taste

Preparation

First, separate the egg whites from the yolks and place them in two separate bowls. Whip the egg whites until stiff. In another bowl, combine the sugar with the egg yolks. Add the zest of an orange, a lemon and a vial of Paneangeli almond aroma. Using the whisk, mix all the ingredients and gradually add the seed oil. Pour in the milk and flour little by little, continuing to mix well with the whisk. Add a sachet of Paneangeli Pizzaiolo Yeast and mix well. Next, incorporate the whipped egg whites, gradually adding them to the dough. Add the chocolate chips and mix again.

Transfer thedough in the 750 g pan. Cook in a static oven at 180°C for 40 minutes, or in a fan oven at 170°C for 40 minutes. Once cooked, let the dove cool.
In the meantime, prepare the icing putting water to boil in a saucepan. When it boils, turn off the heat and immerse the package of cocoa icing in the boiling water for 7-8 minutes. Once rested in the water, the icing will have melted and will be ready to be distributed on the dove. Finally, add the granulated sugar to the surface of the icing and then you will be ready to enjoy it.

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