Anyone who thinks Parmigiano is only good on pasta absolutely has to read these recipes! Our cheese lends itself perfectly to many types of dishes, from appetizers to main courses (and for the more adventurous, even as dessert).
Here are 3 ideas for a Parmigiano Reggiano side dish to accompany both meat and fish dishes.
Parmigiano Mashed Potatoes
Light and very easy to prepare, mashed potatoes are one of those dinner-saving recipes we can't do without.
Give classic mashed potatoes an extra sprinkle of flavor by adding grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Try it once and you'll never go back!
And if potato mash seems "too classic", prepare it with cauliflower.
The procedure is identical: boil the cauliflower, mash it with a fork or a special tool, and add butter, milk, and Parmigiano. Mix well to combine all ingredients and adjust salt, if needed.
Sautéed Spinach with Parmigiano
Popeye would have fallen in love with this version of pan-fried spinach.
Take a generous portion of spinach, even frozen, and cook it with a knob of butter, salt, and pepper. Turn off the heat, add the Parmigiano, and if you're a true chef, toss it in the pan until everything is creamy and homogeneous.
Excellent to serve as an accompaniment to simple and light meat dishes.
Baked Fennel with Parmigiano Reggiano
Gratin vegetables in the kitchen are a must for Parmigiano lovers. The fresh and inviting taste of fennel is well suited for creating light side dishes to accompany fish, and it takes very little to cook them.
Slice the fennel and blanch it in broth to make it more tender. After draining, arrange it in a baking dish, alternating layers with oil, salt, pepper, and grated Parmigiano. Cover the last layer with breadcrumbs and bake for about twenty minutes at 175°C.
The ideas we propose are tasty and light in themselves, but did you know that Parmigiano Reggiano can also be used to prepare excellent salads? Try it to believe it!
