Pasta Grannies

Pasta Grannies: The Official Cookbook – A Celebration of Authentic Italian Home Cooking

Winner of the James Beard Award for Single Subject

Inspired by the beloved YouTube channel Pasta Grannies, this cookbook is a heartfelt tribute to the art of handmade pasta, passed down through generations of Italian grandmothers. It’s not just a collection of recipes—it’s a journey into the heart of Italy, where cooking is an expression of love, tradition, and community.

Experience the Warmth of Italian Kitchens:

• 80+ authentic pasta recipes, perfected over lifetimes in family kitchens across Italy
• Step-by-step guidance on pasta-making, from kneading the dough to shaping intricate regional varieties
• Timeless wisdom from Italian nonnas, sharing their culinary secrets, stories, and personal histories
• Genuine, rustic flavors featuring fresh, simple ingredients that let the pasta shine
• Regional specialties from all over Italy, including hand-rolled pici, delicate orecchiette, and the intricate lumachelle della duchessa
• Gorgeous photography capturing the warmth of Italian kitchens and the hands that have shaped these dishes for generations

With each page, you’ll feel transported to an Italian home, where a pot of sauce simmers on the stove, flour dusts the wooden countertop, and laughter fills the air. Whether you’re an experienced cook or a pasta-making beginner, Pasta Grannies: The Official Cookbook invites you to slow down, savor the process, and embrace the simple joys of cooking from the heart.