Pancetta is Italian salted, cured pork belly, which is then air dried. It is usually likened to bacon or even referred to as “Italian bacon.” The difference between bacon and pancetta is the process in which they are made (bacon is cured then smoked). Additionally, pancetta is normally seasoned with pepper, fennel, nutmeg, garlic and dried peppers. Pancetta is popularly used in pasta dishes.
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Pesto is an amazing sauce made of basil, pinenuts, garlic, olive oil and cheese. Pesto is so gourmet yet so simple to make! Check out this instructional video to learn how to make your own pesto sauce at home.
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Are you tired of buying jarred marinara sauce from the grocery store? Ever wish you could try to make it on your own? With just a few ingredients, you can cook your own fresh sauce in less than 30 minutes. Check out this video for detailed instructions.
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Bruschetta is not actually a type of bread or a topping (a common misconception). Rather it a name describing an Italian bread dish typically served as an appetizer.  Bruschetta is grilled bread rubbed with garlic along with a drizzle of olive oil. There are numerous variations of the dish to include adding cured meats, vegetables, herbs, cheese etc.
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