A master of Italian cuisine, Gennaro Contaldo is passionate about good food. But good food doesn't have to be complicated food. Bringing an authentic taste of Italy to your table with all of the flavour and none of the hassle, Gennaro shows that delicious dishes can come from quick and simple recipes.<BR><BR>From everyday meals to more formal occasions, these quick and easy dishes guarantee high quality home cooking. With a helpful list of essentials for the store cupboard and must-have fresh foods, this book shows just how easy it can be to create delicious Italian dishes like bruschette, risotto and minestrone. Whether you're looking to rustle up a quick bowl of pasta for your children, make a three-course meal for friends or do something different with your leftovers, Gennaro's straightforward recipes are guaranteed to make life easy in the kitchen.<BR><BR>Gennaro's Easy Italian proves anyone, no matter how basic their skills or how limited their time, can make and enjoy tasty Italian food.