A stylish, transporting pasta master class from New York City’s premier pasta chef, with recipes for 40 handmade pasta shapes and 100 Italian American, regional Italian, and modern dishes.Â
Food trends come and go, but pasta holds strong year after year. Despite its humble ingredients–made of merely flour and water or flour and eggs–the magic, rituals, and art of pasta making span over five centuries. Two ingredients are turned into hundreds of stuffed, rolled, extruded, dried, stamped, and hand cut shapes, each with its own unique provenance and enrobed in a favoured sauce.
New York City chef Missy Robbins fell in love with Italian food and pasta twenty-five years ago. She has been cooking, researching, and studying her way across Italy ever since, which led her to open two of America’s favourite pasta restaurants, Lilia and Misi. With illustrated step-by-step recipes for handmaking forty of the most versatile pasta shapes and one hundred recipes for Italian-American, regional Italian (all regions), and Robbins’ own best pasta dishes, plus two dozen vegetable sides, this is the hard-working manual for home cooks who aspire to master the art of pasta cooking.
Evocatively photographed with nearly 100 full-colour mouth-watering photos of pasta dishes and twenty images from Italy, this is a richly illustrated ode to the ingredients, recipes, and craft that have made pasta the most popular fare of a beloved cuisine.













Sarah Johnson –
This cookbook is a must-have for pasta lovers! The recipes are easy to follow, and the results are restaurant-quality. Missy Robbins and Talia Baiocchi are true pasta maestros.
Michael Thompson –
I’ve tried several recipes from this book, and each one has been a hit with my family. The instructions are clear, and the flavor combinations are outstanding. Highly recommend!
Emily Davis –
As someone who loves to cook, this cookbook has elevated my pasta game. The photography is stunning, and the recipes are diverse and innovative. A great addition to my kitchen library.
Chris Martinez –
I was initially skeptical about buying another pasta cookbook, but this one stands out. The recipes are unique, and the authors’ passion for pasta shines through. Worth every penny.
Laura Wilson –
This cookbook is perfect for both beginners and experienced cooks. The step-by-step instructions make it easy to create delicious pasta dishes. I’m so glad I bought it!
Daniel Brown –
The recipes in this book are fantastic, but I wish there were more vegetarian options. That said, the ones I’ve tried have been delicious and well worth it.
Jessica Lee –
I’m obsessed with this cookbook! The pasta recipes are creative, and the tips on techniques have made me a better cook. It’s a delightful read and a practical guide.
Kevin White –
This book has inspired me to try new pasta dishes I never thought I could make at home. The flavors are incredible, and the instructions are straightforward. A fantastic purchase!
Rachel Green –
I love how this cookbook combines traditional and modern pasta recipes. The authors’ expertise is evident, and the dishes are always a crowd-pleaser. Highly recommend!
Andrew Harris –
This cookbook is a gem for pasta enthusiasts. The recipes are well-written, and the results are consistently delicious. It’s become one of my favorite go-to resources in the kitchen.