In Mary Ann Esposito's new book, Ciao Italia Five-Ingredient Favorites , she shows home cooks how toturnjust five ingredients into an easy, delicious and economical Italian dish forthe family dinner table. Mary Ann Esposito knows that the genius behind great Italian cooking isthe simple philosophy ofusing just a few quality ingredients to create something delicious. In Ciao ItaliaFive-Ingredient Favorites , sheshowshome cookshow to make that philosophy workfor them so that they can save time and money without sacrificing flavor. Withseventy fiveauthentic Italian recipes--fromantipasti to pastas, main courses and desserts -Esposito draws on theItalian culinary tradition ofsimplicity in the kitchen to createsuch effortless andtasty 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

- Escarole Salad with Mustard Dressing

- Chocolate, Hazelnut, and Banana Tartlets

- Buttermilk Panna Cotta Infused with Vanilla With Ciao ItaliaFive-Ingredient Favorites , Mary Ann Esposito serves up a surefire way to please family and friends with easy recipes that are quick and delicious.