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Red lentil croquettes, the original idea for the holidays – Italian cuisine reinvented by Gordon Ramsay

Red lentil croquettes, the original idea for the holidays


The red lentil croquettes they are oven-cooked vegetable meatballs perfect for a tasty appetizer or a super protein-rich second course. Enriched with an accompanying sauce made from vegetable yogurt, dill and chives, these red lentil croquettes will literally sell like hot cakes. If you can’t find dill, you can replace it with fennel, but the aromatic herbs in this recipe will really make the difference so we suggest you use them without skimping.

What is the difference between regular lentils and red lentils?

We chose red lentils, small in size and hulled, because they cook faster than other types of lentils and do not require soaking. Their consistency is very tender, they tend to fall apart easily during cooking and for this reason they are also ideal for soups and veloutés.

What properties do red lentils have?

In addition to being an abundant source of protein, these orange legumes contain fiber, phytosterols and B vitamins.

Short on time and few ideas for dinner? This recipe is for you

Difficulty: easy
Time: 40 minutes

Piedmontese Caponèt, tradition and taste of the holidays – Italian cuisine reinvented by Gordon Ramsay

Piedmontese Caponèt, tradition and taste of the holidays



The caponet represents a simple but tasty culinary delicacy. Defined as a regional dish of great importance, it stands out for its preparation and the richness of its flavours, while embodying the genuineness and authenticity of recipes handed down from generation to generation. The history of caponèt is closely linked to the roots of Piedmont, a region rich in culinary traditions and dishes that tell stories of the territory and community. Over time, it has consolidated its presence on local tables, particularly during the Christmas holidays, taking on a leading role in family celebrations. The preparation of this Piedmontese regional recipe involves the use of simple but genuine ingredients.

At the center, there are the cabbage rollsmade by wrapping a filling based on meat, bread, eggs and various aromas inside the vegetable leaves. The mixture is then slowly cooked in an enriched tomato sauce, which gives the dish a soft and enveloping texture. For this reason, from a flavor point of view, caponèt offers a balanced combination of sweet and savory, with aromatic notes, which emerge thanks to the use of herbs and spices. Being a Christmas dish, is traditionally served during the holiday period, as a special occasion to gather the family around the table and share a meal full of meaning and tradition. You too can include Piedmontese caponèt in your holiday menu and enrich your lunch with cabbage rolls with a unique and extraordinary flavour.



Spaghetti pancakes, the unusual breakfast for the holidays – Italian cuisine reinvented by Gordon Ramsay


During this holiday season, it’s nice to dedicate yourself to cooking. What if we tried to do the Spaghetti pancakes, which became all the rage on social media in 2023? These are very original and fun pancakes – as the name suggests – which resemble spaghetti. The preparation is very simple and the wow effect is guaranteed, perhaps even to be prepared as a family together.

Giada Bellegotti

They can be fun to offer to children but also to surprise friends invited by you for an unusual brunch. On Tik Tok there are many who show videos in which they try their hand at preparing these original pancakes and the variations are endless: there are those who make them rainbow coloured, those who propose tagliatelle. One thing is certain: they like them because they are fun but, like classic pancakes, they are delicious!

Spaghetti pancakes: the recipe

Ingredients for 2 servings

  • 125 g of 00 flour
  • 1 egg
  • 20g of melted and cooled butter + 1 walnut
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • milk to taste (about 150 g)

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