Bring Tuscany to the Table Simple, flavorful recipes for fall entertaining

Family Features t ake time this fall to slow down and experience the pure delight of great-tasting food with family and friends.

savoring the moment is at the heart of tuscaninspired entertaining, where everyone has a seat at the table to enjoy simple and delicious dishes that boast authentic flavor and incorporate quality ingredients.

With a passion for the simplicity of italian food and homemade tuscan cooking, italian-american chef laura Vitale, host of “laura in the Kitchen,” traveled to the small town of lucca, italy, where she reconnected with a region rooted in heritage, experienced rich traditions and embraced “the tuscan Way” in crafting her own unique takes on classic dishes.

“i’m incredibly inspired by the spirit of tuscan cooking,” Vitale said. “it encourages you to get into the kitchen, embrace simple ingredients and cook something delicious for the ones you love.”

For your next fall entertaining occasion, consider bringing tuscany to your table with an ingredient such as Bertolli rustic Cut pasta sauce as the centerpiece. try Vitale’s classic eggs in Purgatory or other recipes like Prosciutto and arugula rustica Pizza and traditional ricotta Bruschetta.

Keep these tips from Bertolli in mind as you bring your lively tuscan-themed table to life:

rustic tableware fits well with the tone of the season. try achieving this look with quality table accents that appear slightly distressed, faded or weathered. thrift stores can be a surprising place to scout out your latest tuscaninspired table finds. mix and match different textures of woods that complement the look and feel of the rustic tableware. accompany them with softer linens for a variety of pleasing table textures. use bright, floral colors, if you wish, to give your table vibrant pops of color to stand out among the darker, more rustic tones. remember, homemade tuscan cooking is about great company, a simple menu and making memories. Find more fall flavors and entertaining tips at Bertolli.com.