The Modern Pasta Cookbook – 100 Authentic Italian Recipes: Fail-safe Techniques, Chef’s Notes, Metric + Us, Photos

Cook pasta like Italy does today. The Modern Pasta Cookbook — 100 Authentic Italian Recipes by Luca Valenti is a modern, authenticity-first Italian cookbook that shows you exactly how to get glossy sauces, perfectly al dente pasta, and restaurant-level flavor at home.What you’ll get• 100 essential recipes covering pantry sauces, Roman pasta classics (Carbonara without cream, Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, Gricia), fresh pasta, risotto, seafood, secondi, sides, and Italian desserts.• Fail-safe technique: salt your water (10–12 g/L), finish in the pan, add starchy water in small shots, toss until the sauce turns glossy, remove heat before cheese.• Dual measurements: metric (g, mL) + US (cups, tbsp/tsp) side by side—no conversion stress.• Chef’s Notes with substitutions, texture cues, plating, and common pitfalls to avoid.• Wine pairings, nutrition per serving, allergen notes, and realistic storage & reheating guidance.Cook the hits: Aglio e Olio, Arrabbiata, Spaghetti al Limone, Pesto Genovese, Orecchiette alle Cime di Rapa, Spaghetti alle Vongole (no cheese), Ragù alla Bolognese, Ossobuco, Brasato al Barolo, and dolci like Tiramisù, Panna Cotta, Cannoli, Torta Caprese, Cantucci.Why it stands out• Authentic Italian flavor with modern clarity—step-by-step methods and photo-led cues.• Weeknight-friendly recipes plus slow Sunday braises—great for beginners and experienced cooks.• Ingredient honesty: real Parmigiano or Pecorino, proper guanciale, high-quality tomatoes, EVOO with character.• Seafood done right: bright, elegant sauces (and the Italian rule—no cheese on seafood).About the AuthorLuca Valenti is an Italian recipe developer and food writer based in Rome. His upbeat, practical style teaches you to cook with feel as well as formula: the sauce should lightly coat the noodles and leave a sheen on the pan.If you love authentic Italian food, easy weeknight pasta, and clear step-by-step guidance, this is your new go-to pasta cookbook.