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In Mary Ann Esposito's latest, she shows home cooks how to turn just five ingredients into an easy, delicious and economical dish for the family dinner table. The genius behind great Italian food is the simple philosophy of using just a few quality ingredients. In "Ciao Italia Five Ingredient Favorites", Mary Ann Esposito shows home cooks how to make that philosophy work for them to save time and money without sacrificing flavor. With seventy five authentic Italian recipes - from antipasti to pastas, main courses and desserts - Esposito draws on the Italian culinary tradition of simplicity to create such effortless and tasty dishes as: Prosciutto di Parma, Fontina and Fig Wraps; Spicy Soppressata Tartlets; Cheesy Stuffed Meatballs; Pistachio Dusted Pork Chops; Oven-Poached Halibut with Shallots and Fennel; Asparagus and Red Pepper Salad; Escarole Salad with Mustard Dressing; Chocolate, Hazelnut, and Banana Tartlets; and, Buttermilk Panna Cotta Infused with Vanilla.