Italian Foods Flashcards
ABOUT ItIAIan Foods (27 cards)
What is the English translation of ‘pasta’?
pasta
True or False: ‘Pizza’ is a type of bread topped with various ingredients.
True
What does ‘gelato’ refer to in English?
ice cream
Fill in the blank: ‘Risotto’ is a creamy ________ dish made with rice.
rice
What is ‘bruschetta’ commonly made of?
toasted bread topped with tomatoes, garlic, and basil
What is the English word for ‘lasagna’?
lasagna
True or False: ‘Focaccia’ is a type of Italian pastry.
False
What is the English translation of ‘carpaccio’?
thinly sliced raw meat or fish
What does ‘cappuccino’ consist of?
espresso, steamed milk, and milk foam
What is the English word for ‘tiramisu’?
tiramisu
Fill in the blank: ‘Panettone’ is a traditional ________ bread from Italy.
Christmas
What is ‘antipasto’ typically served as?
an appetizer
True or False: ‘Gnocchi’ are potato dumplings.
True
What is the English translation of ‘crostini’?
small toasted bread slices
What does ‘minestrone’ refer to?
a thick vegetable soup
What is the English word for ‘prosciutto’?
ham
Fill in the blank: ‘Polenta’ is made from ________.
cornmeal
What is the English translation of ‘frittata’?
an egg-based dish similar to an omelet
True or False: ‘Bolognese’ refers to a type of sauce made with meat.
True
What is ‘panna cotta’ commonly described as?
a creamy dessert
What does ‘sorbetto’ refer to in English?
sorbet
What is the English word for ‘vongole’?
clams
Fill in the blank: ‘Ragu’ is a meat-based ________ sauce.
pasta
What is the English translation of ‘frittelle’?
fritters
