Italian Cuisine Terminology

noun a man who is the head of a household or family

• The padrone of the company made a speech at the annual meeting.
• The padrone always gives out bonuses at the end of the year.
• I heard the padrone is throwing a big party this weekend.
• She sees herself as the padrone of the household, always making decisions for everyone.

noun a type of kale commonly used in Italian cuisine

• Cavolo nero, also known as Tuscan kale, is a popular leafy green vegetable in Italian cuisine.
• I tried making a salad with cavolo nero, but I didn't like the taste.
• My grandma makes the best soup with cavolo nero, it's so good!
• The cavolo nero of the situation was the unexpected twist in the plot.

noun a type of Italian meat-based sauce typically served with pasta

• The chef prepared a delicious ragu sauce for the pasta dish.
• I love when my mom makes her homemade ragu for dinner.
• Let's add some extra cheese to this ragu, it's gonna be so good!
• His words were like a rich ragu, full of flavor and depth.

noun A type of Italian pasta made from potato, semolina, or flour, typically served with sauce.

• The chef prepared a delicious plate of gnocchi with a creamy sauce.
• I can't get enough of that gnocchi from the Italian restaurant down the street.
• Let's grab some gnocchi and chill at home tonight.
• Her words were like soft pillows of gnocchi, comforting and satisfying.