Weight-conscious readers no longer have to deprive themselves of the ever-popular cuisine of Italy. NOW EAT THIS! ITALIAN is the solution. With more than 85 classic recipes - all under 250 calories - readers can keep the weight off and still indulge in delectable pastas and Italian-style favorites.
In this book, Rocco proves that Italian food doesn't have to be calorie packed to be delicious. With these full-flavor, low-fat recipes, readers can indulge without gaining weight.
NOW EAT THIS! ITALIAN includes sinful pastas, sauces and desserts, including: Fettucine Alfredo, Mama's Famed Meatballs, Calamari Fritti, Chicken Parmigiana, Uncle Joe's Sausage and Peppers, Cannoli and much more!
Author Biography
Rocco DiSpirito entered the Culinary Institute of America at the age of sixteen and at eighteen began working with legendary chefs worldwide. The James Beard award-winning chef opened the 3-star Union Pacific in New York City where he established his culinary credentials. He was named Food and Wine's Best New Chef and was the first chef to grace the cover of Gourmet as America's Most Exciting Young Chef. DiSpirito starred in Bravo's hit reality series Rocco's Dinner Party, as well as NBC's The Restaurant and A and E's Rocco Gets Real. He has appeard on Oprah, Ellen, Chelsea Lately and The Tonight Show, among others.
