Acqua Cotta

The next three photos are of acqua cotta, a perfect example of simple Tuscan fare. It's a summer soup made from sun-ripened tomatoes, onions, celery, basil and parsley. At the end, eggs are broken into the skillet. It is served in a bowl over a slice of old bread, and extra virgin olive oil is drizzled on top.

A Gilda in Italia: Prosciutto e Fichi

In Florence, trees bursting with ripe figs are everywhere I look! Needless to say, I brake for figs! Their textured sweetness perfectly complements these gossamer shavings of prosciutto.