Italian Insalata di Polpo – Octopus Salad from Southern Italy

A refreshing seafood salad from coastal Italy, often enjoyed in summer or as an antipasto. Insalata di Polpo combines tender octopus with olive oil, lemon, and parsley.

Ingredients (Serves 4):

* 1 whole octopus (~1.2kg), cleaned
* 1 bay leaf
* 1 lemon, juiced
* 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 2 tbsp chopped parsley
* Salt and black pepper

Instructions:

1. Simmer octopus with bay leaf in lightly salted water for 45–60 minutes until tender. Let cool.
2. Cut tentacles into bite-sized pieces.
3. Toss with garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
4. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Italian Tip:
Octopus becomes more tender if frozen and thawed before cooking.

PESTO CHICKEN PARM DEEP DISH OVERLOAD

Ingredients:
2 cups cooked breaded chicken, chopped
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup basil pesto
¼ cup grated parmesan
1 deep dish pizza crust or thick dough base

Instructions:
1⃣ Layer crust with pesto, marinara, chicken, mozzarella.
2⃣ Sprinkle parmesan on top.
3⃣ Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 18–20 min till bubbly & golden.

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 30 min | Serves: 4–6 cheesy champions

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