Reddit mentions of Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking: A Cookbook

this Marcella Hazan classic is where you should start your education in Italian cuisine. Many of the recipes are very simple & uncomplicated & under-spiced. Some ppl may think the dishes are underwhelming since it's not like Cook's Illustrated where they pile on layers of flavor & umami. But that's the true beauty of real Italian cuisine... it showcases the best of your ingredients.