book
previews
Buono Appetito
The true essence of Italy is found in the kitchen. during my travels through Italy. They speak volumes
Here are some recipes that I was fortunate to collect about this beautiful land and it’s people.—PV
from chefs, Costco suppliers and a few home cooks
Kirkland Signature™
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Kirkland Signature
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Storage
Pour oil from the large bottle into a smaller seal-
able container and place away from heat and
light. Store the rest in a cool, dark spot.
This number-one-selling Costco cheese is grainy
and rich in flavor, with a nice perfumy aftertaste.
Kirkland Signature
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
from Tuscany
Storage
Place the wrapped cheese in a sealable plastic
bag in the produce area of the refrigerator. The
white grainy crystals encountered in true
Parmigiano-Reggiano are actually a sign of a perfectly aged cheese rather than an irregularity.
Termed “liquid gold,” olive oil is not simply a food product. The Museum of Olives in Italy docu- Kirkland Signature
ments olive oil’s history as an object of trade. Balsamic Vinegar
of Modena
Serving suggestions
Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over soups, toss in
pastas or pour into a shallow dish as a dipping
sauce for dense, crusty breads.
The Assaggiatori Italiani Balsamico (Italian Balsamic
Tasters’ Association) recently awarded its highest
balsamic vinegar rating—four leaves—to this
Costco product. The symbol is proudly displayed
Storage on each bottle.
Keep olive oil away from the sun, even though the
green bottle filters the light. Do not refrigerate, Storage
and keep away from the stove. Just remember, Store balsamic vinegar in a cool, dark place away
when this truly wonderful olive oil is gone, it’s from heat. You may notice sediment in the bottle.
gone ... until next year’s harvest. This is a natural byproduct of the process and is
not harmful.
GE T T Y IMAGES
