Gennaro's Pasta Perfecto!: The Essential Collection of Fresh and Dried Pasta Dishes

This new book from celebrated chef Gennaro Contaldo is all about pasta, one of the most popular of all Italian dishes. Bestselling author and much-loved personality Gennaro reveals all of his tips and tricks to making the best of the most versatile of dishes.

Featuring recipes for dried, fresh, filled, and baked pasta dishes such as lasagna four ways, classic minestrone soup, homemade ravioli and perfect pesto, these are dishes that can be quickly whipped up for the whole family. An inexpensive staple that can be easily transformed into a luxurious meal, the possibilities of pasta are endless--perfect for busy families and for easy entertaining. Join Gennaro on an exciting Italian adventure, and discover both new and traditional recipes that will quickly become household favorites.

A delicious collection of over 100 recipes and featuring beautiful photography by distinguished photographer David Loftus, many of these recipes can be cooked in a matter of minutes. Packed full of tips for picking the best shape for sauces and featuring recipes from across Italy, this is an essential book for any pasta enthusiast. - Gennaro appears in every episode of "Jamie Cooks Italy." He is one of the world's most-loved chefs and here he shines attention on one of the most popular of Italian dishes.

- Featuring recipes for dried, fresh, filled, and baked pasta dishes--these are recipes that can quickly come together to feed the whole family.

- Features beautiful photography by celebrated photographer David Loftus.