How to Cook an Authentic Mediterranean Dinner (Italian) | Class 2

Join Bill as he cooks, from scratch, a traditional meal from Italy (recipes included!). He will be making two authentic Italian recipes that are healthy and delicious.
Recipes
Pasta alla Puttanesca with Canned Tuna - www.mediterraneanliving.com/p...
Seared Mushroom Salad with Blue Cheese - www.mediterraneanliving.com/s...
He will also be answering questions such as:
What is authentic Italian food?
Why is Italian food so good?
Is pasta good for weight loss?
What are the health benefits of oregano?
How to saute mushrooms?
In the United States, pizza and pasta are the two most popular Italian foods - neither of which we usually associate with healthy eating. However, traditional Italian food (including traditional pizza and pasta recipes) is actually very healthy and is a main culinary and cultural component of the Mediterranean Diet. With recipes made of simple, high-quality ingredients and a culture of leisurely dining, eating Italian is delicious and enjoyable.
We will be having 3 GIVEAWAYS throughout the stream.
Bill and Koula Barydakis’s cookbook - “Foods of Crete: Traditional Recipes from the Healthiest People in the World”
A traditional Italian cookbook - "The Authentic Italian Kitchen: Pasta"
A Mediterranean Diet Program (a 10-week online program designed to teach you how to lose weight on the Mediterranean Diet)
Giveaway “Official Rules”
Eligibility - Anyone watching the stream
Location - US entries only for “Foods of Crete: Traditional Recipes from the Healthiest People in the World” and "The Authentic Italian Kitchen: Pasta". International entries for the Mediterranean Diet Weight Loss Program.
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*This content is strictly the opinion of William Bradley, R.D., and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither William Bradley, R.D. nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.
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[@furlycee]

Your channel has ignited my love for cooking that I didn’t even know I had! My family has a lot of heart disease so the Mediterranean diet makes me really hopeful that I can live a long happy healthy life!

[@janestaniewicz9095]

Crete

[@fionasword6798]

I'm so glad I found your channel, its very inspirational!

[@Josephine_777]

That if America would eat this way, we’d rarely need a doctor

[@thomasrodman7321]

I watched your white bean soup show a few days ago. Today my husband made your recipe exactly. It was amazing ! Thank you

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@debbiehuston7338]

I am so thankful I found your channel. You have some really great recipes ❤😊

[@Josephine_777]

Thank You!! Enjoyed your wonderful explanation of the “true” Mediterranean diet!

[@PABWECG]

I love this, watching you cook and describing it all. Thank You!

[@JK-gi3ew]

This is the best Mediterranean food channel on KZbin, by far! Bought your book recently and love it. My husband is Greek and loves that I'm learning to cook his food 👏🏻

[@sheilalang6142]

Bummed I missed the live session. I love this and cannot wait to make this recipe. Thank you so much Bill!

[@Mediterraneanliving]

You're welcome Sheila. Let me know how you like the recipe if you make it! - Bill

[@ilanamosquerariera4618]

Thank you for the wonderful and inspiring recipe for the Mediterranean diet that I could use as well make some of these recipes when I go visit family. Thanks for the Greek and Italian cuisine.

[@dorothybrooks6285]

hello. I'm watching you from Brisbane, Australia.

[@Fofuchasdolls]

I missed the live :( happy to see the replay and thank you for all your videos. They have helped me so much in cooking better at home. :)

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Thank you for the positive feedback. It is our goal to help others cook better.

[@cinders302]

Hi Bill! I just found your channel a few days ago. Thank you for creating this channel. I primarily eat clean,but not going to lie, I like chocolate bars and homemade cookies. I'm finding that true Mediterranean cooking/eating is a bit different than many North American-style 'Mediterranean' recipes. Ive gotta get used to eating less, because I'm an oinker and have never been someone who eats like a bird. So, my challenge, is to lose abiut 15lbs of extra chub that Ive collected in spite of eating primarily healthy, no/low processed food. I still use butter, but add about equal amount of EVOO to help cut some of the sat fats. Cheers and keep up with your page! 😊

[@rahyzav]

I really enjoy your channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us!

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Thanks for the comment! I love to do it.

[@SS-wz8po]

Awesome!!! That would be our dinner today. Thank you very much 👍🏽❤️

[@Mediterraneanliving]

You are so welcome! To a delicious dinner.

[@terriemartin1863]

I made both of these recipes tonight and they were delicious! Thanks.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Hi Terrie, Glad you liked them! -Bill

[@lydiarojero8351]

I like both very interesting and so encourage to do it.

[@EbonyIvyThymewithLeona]

I am really enjoying your meals. Thank you for sharing.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Thanks Leona!

[@shelleywood4117]

I just started the Mediterranean food diet. An unexpected side effect was that i no longer get nightly leg muscle spasms. Perhaps I had a side effect eating canned and processed foods. This is a wonderful development! I made your recipe with eggplant and zucchini and loved it. Now I’ll make this spinach salad and anchovy/tuna pasta sauce. Sounds weird, but so did the eggplant recipe! Thanks heaps.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Thanks Shelley. Hope you enjoy the recipes!

[@Sherriedc]

I get so hungry watching your videos. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@InVinoVeritas.]

OMG, ❤️ this!!!

[@kerrycrocker4569]

Thanks for your great videos Bill. I have been convinced of the benefits of eating Mediterranean for many years, even managing to source your book which was quite a feat in Australia a few years ago. But I found the recipes so different to what I was used to I couldn’t really get into it. But now as I see you cook and hear the explanations it all makes perfect sense. I still can’t bring myself to pour a cup of olive oil into a recipe but I am finding I can do about half and am so surprised about the flavour it adds. Keep up the good work

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Thanks Kerry! Congratulations on getting to the point of adding half a cup of olive oil. It really does add amazing flavor, makes it more filling so you eat less and is anti-inflammatory.

[@mmps18]

Thanks Bill!

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Your welcome!

[@2075vj]

I’m a new sub and I’m so happy I found your channel 😊. Can’t wait to make this salad 🥗

[@Julie31168]

I made the Seared Mushroom Salad with Blue Cheese the other night and it was great, will definitely make it again. Tonight I made the Pasta alla Puttanesca with Canned Tuna, OMG this was SO GOOD, we had a side of the Spinach with Feta & Lemon (which I have now made twice) My partner was a bit dubious when he knew I was doing another Mediterranean dish tonight BUT he loved this pasta dish too. We usually do the old spag bog with the rich tomato sauce and what we call minced meat here in Australia, but after having Pasta alla Puttanesca with Canned Tuna, I doubt I will be making the normal tomato sauce minced meat spag bog again. 😍🤩

[@sharonsanderson5923]

Crete

[@rockiadams3576]

Hubby and I are drooling over your recipes! I’m new to your channel and have been enjoying learning more about the Mediterranean diet and already have my grocery list ready. Thank you!

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Enjoy the recipes!

[@susanmccolley4082]

Its delicious

[@rabrant1]

Just cooked this. Didn't have any wine, so I splashed about 1 tbsp of apple cider vinegar in, then thought Oops! That might have wrecked it. So I added more olive oil to dilute it more. Turned out amazing. Best tasting dish I ever made with a can of tuna!

[@officialgaura]

Love your channel! 🫶🏻

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Thank you so much!!

[@laurasinkins]

I cooked both recipes tonight for dinner and they were outstanding! I've never used anchovies (paste was all I could find) or blue cheese. And I don't usually like olives but decided I needed to make friends with them. With a half glass of red wine to go with it, I felt downright gourmet! Thank you 😊

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Sounds like you went super gourmet! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@janiceporter3540]

I just ordered the book, "Foods of Crete" from Amazon. Thank you for these Beginner videos.

[@lindamaltass6284]

The Olive oil I missed we can get here in the states that are good.

[@dorothybrooks6285]

I've made this bean soup all my life, but I'll be adding a bit more olive oil...

[@kimdriscoll9135]

I’m enjoying your channel and content. Is the cookbook still available for purchase?

[@mdavis8093]

I love the tagine pots on the shelf behind you. Maybe you can do a meal with them. And if you bought them in Morocco or Tunisia I would love to hear about your travel and cooking experience there.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

I wish I bought them in Morocco. I actually bought them at a tag sale in Massachusetts. $20 for all of them!

[@gregbutcher3164]

i love the cooking class, especially the missing onions, haha.

[@valfoster7766]

Yes

[@denisebaca1111]

Do you think that Sprout's brand of Olive Oil a good oil? Should I store mushrooms in the refrigerator or at room temperature? Can you do some budget cooking Mediterranean meals? Love your videos. Your meals always look so yummy.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Hi Denise, It's a little hard to tell. It is certified non-gmo, but that only tells me part of the story.

[@robintranchina6588]

What brand is your pan? I’m a new viewer; fascinated by the variety of items you put together. Thank you!

[@bettysmith5201]

Do you have a cookbook? If so, I'd love to buy it.

[@carolynstarling4257]

Can you discuss the best olive oils to use please?

[@Mediterraneanliving]

We will do a video on this. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@danielagiovanazzi2055]

The best tinned tuna is Rio Mare which is a famous Italian brand and it comes in olive oil.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@cindy1234650]

If you don't like blue cheese can you use mozzarella or fetta cheese in the salad?

[@michelledomitor1203]

can u tell us if we should get organic with the blue cheese and pasta or 100 percent duram wheat?

[@Mediterraneanliving]

I alway prefer organ pasta, but semolina is fine.

[@lovebythemoon5230]

Crete lol .I’m late to the game . Was having fun.

[@aprilbrimmer8121]

how do you make oregano tea?

[@mawmawshomesteadpreparedness]

I am just starting on this diet plan because I have the choice of lowering my cholesterol (I had a major heart attack) or go under something like Hospice care. I love vegetables, but my family, not nearly as much as me, so I can't always cook what I like. I have my blood tested in 3 weeks to get a current levels and then again in 3 months. In 3 months if my blood work isn't going down enough, then the Home care will be called. I personally think I can do it, but it will be hard.

[@aprilbrimmer8121]

LOVE MUSHROOMS!!! The only downside is both Walmart and Aldi's store carry regular mushrooms, but they are slimly and horrible!!! I buy them in a can. My question is can you still make "canned" mushrooms just a note: Yuck, can you still make a gravy with it? Thank you for the video!!!! Soo much to learn

[@shirleywilson9846]

Hi I live in the UK, would love to buy your book ...Shirley xx

[@denicerheeder2193]

Is the pasta you used in this recipe whole wheat or just a regular plain flour noodle?

[@2075vj]

I don’t see the free ebook offer when I click the link in the description. Can you tell where I can get it? Thanks for sharing 😊

[@valfoster7766]

Small amounts of meat/fish is all you need to eat. You can lose weight eating pasta. Lots of vegetables are good.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Yes!

[@keith0363]

Does your book about Crete contain recipes?

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Hi Keith, Yes, the Foods of Crete book has 110 recipes.

[@terriemartin1863]

I got mine through Amazon.

[@bettyannfrey3195]

I am happy we can still eat Pasta & still lose wt. also using so much olive oil! We are just learning,

[@user-xe3kj6xo1p]

Where can I purchase the cookbook?

[@lindamcmahon9841]

I hate the texture of mushrooms. Any suggestions? What brand of EVOO do you recommend?

[@tilasole3252]

Will you be doing a Catalan, Barcelona or Girona meal by any chance?

[@donnasilvia3577]

What is the name of your cook book!

[@mawmawshomesteadpreparedness]

One thing about this diet plan is I can grow most of the vegetables. I only have to buy the meat, Olives/oil, and wine.

[@christinehutton1026]

where can i get a cookbook? in Canada

[@diadrarose3198]

Unfortunately, I’m allergic to mushrooms. I know they are unique, but wondering if there just might happen to be a substitute??

[@CrazyCarmenMirada]

How do I know when you are going to be live? I am missing the opportunity for give always.

[@earthajohnson527]

How do you buy the cook book

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Here is the link: www.mediterraneanliving.com/product/foods-of-crete-traditional-recipes-from-the-healthiest-people-in-the-world/

[@amytorango4641]

I think i could make a meal of just the salad.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Absolutely! The salad is a complete meal in itself.

[@barb3384]

Things I don't like, mushroom, eggplant, capers, olives, anchovies. So is the Mediterranean diet not for me, or what can i substitute to make it taste good.

[@juliegordonstudent7076]

Your book is not available on Amazon. How to order?

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Hi Julie, You can order it on our website here: www.mediterraneanliving.com/product/foods-of-crete-traditional-recipes-from-the-healthiest-people-in-the-world/

[@hopsabbath]

Hey! I am thinking about starting this diet, but what is the verdict on using about 5 oz of chciken instead of tuna? Something about a tuna pasta just doesn't sit right with me 😂

[@violarobinson184]

What kind of noodles and spaghetti do you eat when you are on a Mediterranean diet

[@TheRealJohnHooper]

Now I understand the massive size of the cooking bowls.. Because salad and those veggies are so big while low kcal with good fiber and everything.. I made some leftover ground beef, but this time I put it into a bowl with mixed salad, cucumber and tomatoes and suddenly I I had a massive sized bowl of food, tasting ridiculously good and all with Zero sugar.. If I compare that to the size and the taste of (lets say) a fast food meal it becomes so obvious. This is real food.. Real nutrients. You can make the salad with fish, with meat, vegetarian vegan, whatever.. With Feta cheese I dont even have to cook.. Crazy..

[@gregbutcher3164]

I love Anchovies

[@lorraineknott9803]

Love the Mediterranean way of eating but some of the ingredients here in South Africa are sooo expensive. I have adapted some of the ingredients but its not the same.

[@debbiehuston7338]

Can you use something other than sardines

[@johnellebaker3725]

What is the ratio of carbs, fat, protein on this lifestyle

[@michellehall2715]

Hello I am new to your its Crete!!

[@BarryTuomi]

First time watching

[@rebeccaspeirs5678]

How do you do the Mediterranean diet when you’re a diabetic?

[@Mediterraneanliving]

The Mediterranean Diet is one of the best diets for diabetics. You might decrease the grains a bit, but it works really well.

[@sandrawestley4193]

You just eat what he recommends, it’s all suitable for a diabetic, there no cakes breads, biscuits etc all good vegetables.

[@mickthwaite]

Hi, how do you create an account?

[@stephaniebarrett8057]

I love your show Bill, but those crazy carbs freak me out!

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Carbs are not the enemy. Processed foods are the biggest issue. Too many grains can be an issue as well.

[@everythingval5481]

Your body needs carbs!

[@cherreel5021]

Would really like to lose weight and Bill makes everything look doable.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

The Mediterranean Diet is really the perfect diet for long term weight loss because it is something that is easy to do for not only the weight loss portion but also for maintenance.

[@Lillyroblox47]

Anchovies may be good

[@lyndashimoda9576]

Do you get enough protein in this meal? If so how much? For a hard physical working man is it enough?? How much protein in the salad?

[@debbiehuston7338]

I don't like anchovies can you use anything else

[@Mediterraneanliving]

You can just take out the anchovies, but I might just try them cooked this way. I thought I didn't like them either, but when they dissolve in the oil they just add a mild flavor.

[@debbiehuston7338]

Yes if done

[@terriemartin1863]

How do you loose weight eating pasta?

[@Mediterraneanliving]

You lose weight eating pasta by a) not eating too much pasta, b) having more vegetables with the pasta (and olive oil), and c) not eating it all the time. You still have to be careful not to have huge amounts of pasta. One of the other big differences between pasta and bread is that pasta has a lower glycemic index for lower blood sugar spikes and therefore less cravings. -Bill

[@salsspar2132]

In Italy you eat, at least most italians about 70g - 100g. about 80g net carbs. not a lot but heavey. tends to be a meal around lunch. lunch tends to be bigger. The pasta is made with vegetables, other kind of sauces and meats. In the end you control the portion. Maybe go for bean pasta's, quinoa pasta, etc. they tend to have more protein. If you going for plain pasta and you live in the states dececco and delallo brands of pasta are the best no go for barilla unless its like collezione.

[@angeladyson7367]

"With Greece on it", "not with grease on it" 😂🤣🤣🤣

[@Mediterraneanliving]

Haha!

[@pammillien663]

Italy

[@Kim-zz1qs]

Island of Crete

[@Mediterraneanliving]

We will do one from the Island of Crete soon!

[@OriginalMariAnnaWolf]

I love meat.. cheapest and best nurtion lean muscle meat?

[@laurawebb7169]

I can lose weight and eat tasty food!

[@sharonadams4697]

More veggies, less meat, plus EVOO

[@dorothybrooks6285]

don't skimp on the oil, and eat LOTS of veggies

[@joanjennewein6084]

Ikaria

[@sharonadams4697]

Crete

[@user-pg3mu3jm5b]

I learned that you can loose weight eating spaghetti

[@marie-lynn5767]

I can’t eat peppers or pepper at all because they cause a painful reaction :-/

[@alicehenning1202]

Yrs

[@fayecarpenter1939]

Creede

[@tenarulofson3196]

greece

[@Joanna-ho8ph]

I am from Bari Italy.when i make puttanesca I use garlic not onions and don't use tuna I don't like tuna.

[@Mediterraneanliving]

There are many variations! Yours sounds good too!

[@terriemartin1863]

What do you use in place of tuna?

[@Joanna-ho8ph]

@@terriemartin1863 we don't. We just use anchovies kalamata olives and capers garlic

[@lenmilbyer3461]

Okinowa Japan Okinawa Japan

[@lenmilbyer3461]

You need more wooden cooking utensils. And keep your fingers out of the condiment jars.