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All About Pasta

Olive Oil and Pasta: Everything Italians Know

Olive Oil and Pasta: Everything Italians Know

Olive oil is a staple ingredient in many different types of cooking.  It's most famously associated with Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Its first use dates back to 2500 BCE, where it was...
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Why try Bronze Cut Pasta?

Why try Bronze Cut Pasta?

Are you feeling hungry? Have you tried bronze cut pasta? Let's go through what bronze cut pasta is and why you should try it out today. Food and language grew...
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What Is Bucatini? Your Guide to This Delicious Pasta (Plus a Recipe You'll Love!)

What Is Bucatini? Your Guide to This Delicious Pasta (Plus a Recipe You'll Love!)

Looking for yet another reason to fall in love with pasta? Read through our guide to bucatini pasta and try out this recipe that's sure to be a new favorite....
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Spaghetti Wednesday

Why Wednesday is Spaghetti Day

We’ve all heard of Red Bean and Rice Monday and Taco Tuesday… But have you ever heard the phrase “Wednesday is Spaghetti Day”? Where does this phrase originate from? What does it really mean?
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Pasta and wine pairing

Pasta and Wine: Perfect Pairings

If you want to eat like an Italian, you should drink like them too! Pasta and wine have been paired together for a long time. We’d like to show you what types of pasta pair with your favorite type of wine, and how to elevate a pasta dish by pairing it with the right wine.
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Tomato Sauce: The Dagostino Way

Tomato Sauce: The Dagostino Way

Tomato sauce is a staple in Italian cuisine. The use of tomato sauce dates back to Italy in the 1700s and has been enjoyed around the world since then. There's...
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How to Cook Pasta Perfectly

How to Cook Pasta Perfectly

Cooking pasta is something you’ve probably done hundreds of times. But have you ever stopped to think if you were doing it “correctly”? Sure there are directions on the packaging,...
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Healthy Pasta

Is Pasta Healthy?: Keep Carbs and Lose Weight

Pasta has gotten a bad rep for being “unhealthy”. Popular health trends say to restrict pasta as a meal due to the high amount of carbohydrates.
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The Top Italian Cookies That You Must Try!

The Top Italian Cookies That You Must Try!

Italian cuisine is well known for its variety of amazing baked goods. Included in this is are Italian cookies, all with their own unique flavors and textures. Italian cookies are a sweet way to finish any meal, especially when you enjoy them alongside a cup of coffee. They also make the perfect holiday gift. 
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Italian Christmas Dinner

Italian Christmas Dinner

What is a traditional Italian Christmas dinner?

A traditional Italian Christmas dinner usually consists of a roast, likely a braised pork roast, some vegetables, and a pasta dish. They also often serve seafood, such as prawns or mussels. But just like in the U.S., every Italian family has its own traditional food items for holidays. 

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Italian gifts family

Italian Gifts: Perfect Gifts for Any Occasion

It’s time to put down the gift card and time to pick up a real gift. A real, Italian-themed gift shows thoughtfulness and gratitude and it’s what you should be giving at your next occasion.
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Semolina drying pasta

Semolina Pasta: Our Way (Part 2)

Semolina sounds like a really fancy term only a professional chef would know, but it’s actually a pretty common ingredient you can find in your favorite foods. If you're unfamiliar with Semolina pasta, don’t worry! We the experts at Dagostino’s can loop you in.
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