| Empty stomach with an emetic, say 20 grains of white vitriol and given in two tablespoonfuls of tepid water. |
| Drain the penne in a colander, reserving a couple of tablespoonfuls of the cooking water. |
| Into a quart of boiling water throw lightly four tablespoonfuls of semolina, so that the grains are separated. |
| If desired, a glazing can be made from 200 grams of fine sugar mixed with three to four tablespoonfuls of boiling water or limejuice. |
| Instead of adding pepper and salt to the beaten-up eggs, add one or two tablespoonfuls of finely powdered sugar. |
| Then add three tablespoonsful of vinegar and reduce the sauce. |
