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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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Asparagus fritters: the recipe to prepare them soft and tasty

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Asparagus fritters are a simple and delicious appetizer, a dish to prepare in spring for lunch or dinner with family or friends. To make them we used wild asparagus, blanched in hot water, crushed and mixed with eggs, parmesan and breadcrumbs. The pancakes will then be cooked in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, but you can also bake them in the oven, for a lighter preparation. The end result will be soft and delicious pancakes that will conquer everyone: here’s how to prepare them. Ready in: 30 minutes FOR 4 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS ASPARAGUS 500 gram GRATED PARMESAN 100 gram BREAD CRUMBS 50 gram EGGS 2 SALT UP just enough GROUND BLACK PEPPER as required EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL as required Nutrition Facts Servings: 4 Amount per serving Calories 175 % Daily Value* Total Fat 7.6g 10%, Saturated Fat 4g 20%, Cholesterol 18mg 6%, Sodium 343mg 15%, Total Carbohydrate 14.9g 5%, Dietary Fiber 3.2g 11%, Total Sugars 3.3g, Protein 14.3g, Vitamin D 0mcg 0%, Calcium 277mg 21%, Iron 3mg 18%
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Mango Lassi: the recipe for a fresh and thirst-quenching Indian drink

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Mango lassi is a fresh and thirst-quenching drink, perfect for the hottest days when we tend to eat less but sweat a lot. Originally from the Indian tradition, this drink has spread all over the world, declined in different flavours: in this case we offer you one of the most famous versions, with mango. To make mango lassi you need very few ingredients: mango, yoghurt, skim milk and sugar. Perfect for breakfast, it can also be consumed during the day, for a moment of sweetness. Here’s how to do it. Ready in: 10 minutes FOR 2 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS MANGO 1 YOGURT 2 cups (250-280 gram) SKIMMED MILK 1 cup (150 gram) SUGAR as required MINT as required Nutrition Facts Servings: 2 Amount per serving Calories 199 % Daily Value* Total Fat 2g 3%, Saturated Fat 1.5g 7%, Cholesterol 8mg 3%, Sodium 188mg 8%, Total Carbohydrate 30.7g 11%, Dietary, Fiber 0.7g 3%, Total Sugars 29.3g, Protein 11.2g, Vitamin D 0mcg 0%, Calcium 372mg 29%, Iron 0mg 1%, Potassium 328mg 7% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how
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How to use apple peels in the kitchen: 5 recipes to recycle them

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How to use apple peels, when we say that nothing is thrown away in the kitchen we really mean nothing, not even apple peels. We are used to thinking that the skins are a waste but, with a pinch of imagination, they can help us to give an extra touch of taste and flavour to our recipes. Here are five ways to use apple peels. Undisputed queens of fruit, a symbol of health and protagonists of poems: we are talking about apples, of course. Do you eat one a day as the saying suggests, but are you used to peeling and biting only the pulp? Have you ever wondered if the peels can be reused in some way? You will be pleased to know that not only peels can be used, but that doing so is a great idea because, even if considered a “waste”, they are rich in fibre and nutrients, help digestion and even concentration. Before using the peels of the apples it is important to be sure of the origin because very often the production of this fruit involves the use of pesticides or industrial waxes, which con
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Zucchini cake recipe with speck: the recipe for a quick and super soft rustic style

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The zucchini cake recipe with speck is a soft and delicious savoury rustic, which will surprise you with its great speed and ease of execution. A soft, batter-like dough is enriched with diced zucchini, sliced ​​speck and diced scamorza cheese, then baked in the oven until lightly browned, for a super stringy and irresistible final result. Exceptional both hot and at room temperature, it is perfect for any occasion: from an aperitif with friends to a packed lunch, to a snack for the little ones. Find out how to make it by following our recipe step by step. Ready in: 45 minutes FOR 6 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS ZUCCHINI 300 gram SPECK 100 gram SCAMORZA 120 gram POTATO STARCH 50 gram MILK 120 gram EGGS 3 FLOUR (type 00) 140 gram GRATED PARMESAN 40 gram EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 40 gram BAKING POWDER 15 gram SALT as required PEPE as required Nutrition Facts Servings: 6 Amount per serving Calories 331 % Daily Value* Total Fat 16.8g 22%, Saturated Fat 7.2g 36%, Cholesterol 32mg 11%, Sodium 793mg 34%, T
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Asparagus with butter: the recipe for a quick and easy side dish with melted butter

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Asparagus with butter is a simple and tasty side dish typical of Piedmont. A quick and tasty preparation made with whole asparagus boiled in boiling water and flavoured in a pan with melted butter and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve them to accompany main courses of meat or fish or enjoy your asparagus in butter alone, after a first course, so as to complete the meal with seasonal vegetables. Here’s how to prepare them quickly and easily. Ready in: 20 minutes FOR 4 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS FRESH ASPARAGUS 800 gram BUTTER 120 gram GRATED PARMESAN 3-4 tbsp GARLIC 1 clove SALT UP just enough GROUND BLACK PEPPER as required Nutrition Facts Servings: 4 Amount per serving Calories 795 % Daily Value* Total Fat 25.5g 33%, Saturated Fat 32.2g 161%, Cholesterol 68mg 23%, Sodium 3844mg 167%, Total Carbohydrate 52.7g 19%, Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1%, Total Sugars 0.3g, Protein 2.3g, Vitamin D 17mcg 84%, Calcium 56mg 4%, Iron 0mg 0%, Potassium 13mg 0% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a fo
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Tuna sauce with onions: the quick and easy recipe ideal for cold appetizers

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Tuna sauce with onions is a simple and tasty preparation, ideal to serve as a cold appetizer, for a buffet, an aperitif or as a side dish, to accompany meat or fish main courses. The preparation is a variant of the classic sauce with tuna and mayonnaise that is prepared for veal with tuna sauce, but with the addition of onion, preferably red onion from Tropea. To mitigate the intense flavour of the onions, they will be cut into slices, blanched in water and seasoned, so as to be softer and more digestible, before being mixed with the mayonnaise and the mix of tuna, capers and anchovies. You can serve tuna onions for a summer dinner when you want to make a simple but tasty dish and it goes well with different dishes: here’s how to prepare them. Ready in: 30 minutes FOR 4 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS RED ONIONS OF TROPEA 200 gram TUNA IN OIL 80 grams MAYONNAISE 4 tbsp ANCHOVY FILLETS IN OIL 4 LAUREL 1 leaf PARSLEY just enough SALT UP just enough GROUND BLACK PEPPER as required Nutrition Facts Serv
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Ice cream with condensed milk: the simple homemade ice cream recipe without ice cream maker

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Ice cream with condensed milk is a simple and delicious preparation: it is made without an ice cream maker and with only 2 ingredients. It is a homemade ice cream that is also ideal for beginners. To make it, in fact, you will only need very firm whipped cream and condensed milk, to which you can add other ingredients, so as to customize it as you like. Once the ingredients have been blended, all you have to do is put the bowl in the freezer overnight, without the need to mix! The final result will be creamy and irresistible ice cream. But here are the steps to prepare it. Ready in: 15 minutes + COOLING TIMES FOR 6 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS COLD LIQUID FRESH CREAM 400 grams CONDENSED MILK 250 grams Nutrition Facts Servings: 6 Amount per serving Calories 234 % Daily Value* Total Fat 11.4g 15%, Saturated Fat 7.6g 38%, Cholesterol 21mg 7%, Sodium 86mg 4%, Total Carbohydrate 29.8g 11%, Dietary Fiber 0g 0%, Total Sugars 29.8g, Protein 4.6g, Vitamin D 0mcg 0%, Calcium 139mg 11%, Iron 0mg 0%, Potass
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