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Powdery mildew of the sage

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  Powdery mildew or white sickness is a cryptogamic disease, that is of fungal origin, which can affect sage plants and occurs on the leaves. This is the most frequent pathology among those that can affect this aromatic herb and occurs in particular with mild temperatures and high humidity. It is a very simple disease to identify: because the white patches that are seen on the leaves of the sage are very characteristic. A reader of Orto Da Coltivare, Barbara, asks me exactly what her plant can have, describing the symptoms of powdery mildew. I answer publicly because I think it may be useful for many to know how to defend themselves from this problem with natural methods and above all how to prevent it. Recognizing powdery mildew on sage Those who cultivate the vegetable garden will already know powdery mildew because it is a frequent pathology also on other cultivated plants, in particular on pumpkin and courgette. Powdery mildew is also called white sickness precisely because it work
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Risotto with radicchio and provolone

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Risotto with radicchio and provolone, a dish with strong flavours that whets the appetite. If cooked properly, definitely changes the face of a lunch or dinner. A good risotto, in fact, is like a work of art, it is something that is remembered, which requires attention and care in preparation, a preparation that often divides most: there are those who usually toast the rice and those who do not. , who lets it cook without ever stirring it and who, like me, lovingly looks after it for all the time it is on the fire, mixing it carefully from the moment it touches the pan until the moment the fire is extinguished. The toppings for risotto are varied, they can be bizarre, with edible fruits and flowers, or more classic with meats, fish, cheeses or vegetables. Among the vegetables, radicchio is often used, a very versatile vegetable that is eaten fresh in salads but – depending on the variety – it is also excellent cooked, like the Treviso radicchio which is often eaten grilled or cooked on
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Sponge cake with speck and cheese

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Sponge cake with speck, a recipe for the perfect appetizer for Christmas. The pan of salted cake with bacon and cheese has a rustic version of the classic sponge cake Spain. A soft and inviting base, without yeast, easy to make and perfect to fill with what you prefer. In our recipe, we opted for a filling based on the cooked speck, sliced ​​gouda and fresh spinach, but you can choose what your imagination suggests, varying meats, cheeses and vegetables. A greedy and scenographic savoury pie, perfect to serve as an appetizer during Christmas lunches and dinners or to enrich a festive buffet. Find out how to prepare it and then garnish it by following all our tips step by step: the result will be truly impeccable. PREPARATION: 30 min COOKING: 30 min FOR 6 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS FOR THE SPONGE CAKE MEDIUM EGGS 6 • 600 kcal SUGAR 20 gr • 750 kcal PINCH OF SALT • 286 kcal FLOUR type 00 150 gr • 36 kcal GRATED CHEESE 40 gr FOR DECORATION CREAMY SPREADABLE CHEESE 120 gr OLIVE as needed POMODORIN
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The differences between durum wheat and soft wheat

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The differences between durum wheat and soft wheat: cultivation, use in the kitchen and properties Similar in structure but profoundly different in shape, nutritional values, uses in cooking and cultivation: how many of you really know the differences between soft wheat and durum wheat? From the first we get the white flour, from the second the semolina: yet the differences do not end there, let’s see why. Structurally similar but very different in appearance and nutritional characteristics, soft wheat and durum wheat are two types of wheat, deriving from two different plants , from which more or less whole flours and semolina are produced. We often distractedly read the wheat with which they are prepared on the labels of bread and pasta: yet really knowing the ingredients and knowing how to recognize them is the first step towards a healthy diet in line with our tastes. Soft wheat and durum wheat, for example, are very different products: let’s get to know them better. Differences The
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The differences between crescenza and stracchino and how to use them in the kitchen

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They look alike but they are not at all the same: crescenza and stracchino are often mistaken for each other but, despite being both soft kinds of cheese, they have numerous differences. Milk, seasoning, properties: let’s see them all in detail, with some tips for using them in the kitchen. The growth and soft cheese are part of the family of soft cheeses, are both light-coloured, fresh and delicate flavour yet are not at all the same thing. They are often mistakenly confused, but crescenza and stracchino are very different cheeses, in terms of ageing, the raw material of origin, properties and nutritional values. Whether you choose to enjoy them alone on a simple slice of toasted bread or you want to use them to enrich your recipes, here’s how to recognize crescenza and stracchino. Stracchino The soft cheese is a soft cheese deriving from raw whole milk or pasteurized milk of cows “stracche”, from the Lombard dialect stracch which means “tired.” In ancient times, milking for this type
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Gazpacho with carrots and coconut milk

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Gazpacho with carrots and coconut milk, the recipe for the creative and exotic appetizer. It is a creative and light reinterpretation of the famous soup of Andalusian origin. In this recipe, the classic gazpacho vegetables are replaced by carrots and apples, for a version with sweet and balanced notes. The final addition of coconut milk, turmeric and peanuts will give the preparation an exotic and spicy flavour, and a pleasantly crunchy taste. Dietary and very tasty, this gazpacho is perfect to be enjoyed cold as the main dish of a quick lunch or as a tasty appetizer at a dinner with friends. INGREDIENTS CARROTS 350 gr • 21 kcal RED APPLES 300 gr LIGHTLY HARD HOMEMADE BREAD 3 large slices WHITE WINE VINEGAR 2 tbsp TURMERIC 1 tsp LEMON JUICE 1 splash • 29 kcal FROZEN WATER 350 ml PARSLEY 1 bunch • 79 kcal SALT as needed • 286 kcal PAPER as needed • 79 kcal FOR HEALING COCONUT MILK 4 tbsp SHELLED PEANUTS 4 tbsp The calories refer to 100 grams of the product How to make gazpacho with carr
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Susumelle: the recipe for Calabrian biscuits typical of the Christmas holidays

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The Susumelle are delicious biscuits of Calabrian origin, typical of the Christmas tradition. It is one of the most representative desserts of the period: with a characteristic oval shape, they are prepared with a simple dough based on flour, sugar, cocoa and honey, pleasantly flavoured with a pinch of ground cinnamon. The dark chocolate coating will make it irresistible and crunchy. Greedy and fragrant, serve them at the end of a meal, accompanied by a sweet wine such as zibibbo or with a limoncello: we are sure they will please young and old. Find out how to make them by following our recipe step by step. INGREDIENTS FLOUR (type 00) 500 gr • 36 kcal SUGAR 200 gr • 750 kcal COCOA POWDER 10 gr CINNAMON POWDER 8 gr MILLEFIORI HONEY 200 gr WHOLE MILK 60 ml • 79 kcal WATER 45 ml • 0 kcal BAKING POWDER FOR CAKES 16 gr • 600 kcal FOR COVERAGE DARK CHOCOLATE 200 gr • 600 kcal The calories refer to 100 grams of the product How to prepare the susumelle In a saucepan, combine the water and hon
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All the benefits of golden honey: what it is and how it is prepared

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Benefits of golden honey, we are increasingly looking for natural remedies to combat seasonal ailments, coughs and annoying colds and, if you know golden honey, you know that it is among the oldest and most effective. If you have no idea what it is, you are in the right place: this is what it is and why it is so good for our health. During the cold months it helps us to prevent and fight seasonal ailments, colds and annoying sore throats, it is a natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory and we can do it at home in a few simple steps: let’s talk about golden honey, an ancient recipe of ayurvedic medicine, powerful natural remedy. How to take it and how to do it at home? And, above all, why is it so good for our body? Let’s see it ( Benefits of golden honey ). What is golden honey- Benefits of golden honey Ancient natural remedy of Ayurvedic medicine, effective against symptoms of seasonal cold, cough, sore throat or bone pain: golden honey is a “simple” but miraculous compound based
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