Pasta
What is Ziti?
Pronounced /ZEE-tee/
Definition
Ziti are smooth medium tubes, best known in Italian-American kitchens as baked ziti.
Penne is a common substitute.
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Uova in Purgatorio
Eggs cracked into spicy tomato sauce with bread.
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Maritozzi con la Panna
Sweet brioche split and packed with whipped cream.
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What Italian appetizers are good for a party?
Choose make-ahead, finger-friendly antipasti: crostini or bruschetta, a salumi and cheese board, marinated olives, rosemary almonds, caprese skewers and sausage and peppers sliders. Plan roughly 5 to 6 bites per guest before a meal, or 10 to 12 per guest if appetizers are the whole party.