A favorite side dish for Italian meals that is hearty enough to stand alone as a vegetarian main dish. Can be served warm or chilled for later.
Author: Karli Shanklin
Ridiculously easy turkey meatballs ready in 30 minutes and full of flavor thanks to lots of pesto. My kids love these turkey meatballs and they're endlessly versatile, and I love how quick and easy they...
Author: Diana Moutsopoulos
Homemade Italian Lasagna, made with homemade sauce, and filled with ricotta cheese, Italian sausage, and lots of cheese. Serve with crusty Italian bread.
Author: Cathy
Each Thanksgiving we all looked forward to my Mom's delicious turkey with Italian meat stuffing. When she got older and could no longer cook, I took over the Thanksgiving dinners. She is no longer with...
Author: travelrose
A simple marriage of ricotta cheese, egg, and a secret ingredient make for a sauce that's even creamier than those that use heavy cream, which can be a bit too rich and filling. I mean, come on, I'm trying...
Author: Chef John
A simple filling for Italian cannoli cookies using ricotta cheese and citron fruit.
Author: Maria
Not only do these little Italian pastries look and taste delicious, but this cannoli recipe stays true to the classic version, right down to the mixed peel and chocolate pieces in the filling and the finish...
Author: Maria
A wonderful blend of seafood and citrus! The secret ingredient is the lemon peel! Thanks to my Dad, this is one of our favorites! TIP: Have all the ingredients ready and prepared so you can whip this recipe...
Author: Star Pooley
This was a recipe of my Aunt Ethel's -- egg noodles in a tomato, ground beef sauce. She said, 'It is so good, don't change a thing!' And she was right.
Author: Norma
This recipe is very simple and a real all-around favorite. It even tastes great the next day, that is, if you have leftovers! Serve over pasta or rice with a bottle of red wine and some crusty bread for...
Author: ARTFIEND
A very filling, low-carb lasagna that uses cabbage leaves in place of lasagna noodles. We find it every bit as good if not better than lasagna with pasta.
Author: Ginn
I was looking for a new way to use mascarpone cheese and had the other ingredients on hand. Turned out to be really delicious and pretty to serve as well! I look forward to serving it to guests.
Author: landelah
Chicken breast chunks flavored with bacon, artichoke hearts and herbs in a tomato sauce all over a steaming bowl of linguine.
Author: sal
This is an amazing dish and easy to make. It has a wonderful aroma and tastes great with baked or mashed potato, rice or pasta.
Author: RAE0878
Orecchiette are the typical pasta of Apulia (Puglia), the heel of Italy. Nowadays you can buy them in many supermarkets all over the world, but local women in the region still hand-make them for special...
Author: Anonymous
Anise flavored Italian biscotti-like cookie that is lighter and softer in texture. This 'twice baked' cookie is enjoyable with a cup of coffee or anytime.
Author: Linda
This festive sausage pie is perfect for a holiday brunch or midnight snack.
Author: Kimberly
You can make this hearty tomato and sausage pasta dish as spicy as you like by using more or fewer red pepper flakes. In Italy luganega, a coiled pork sausage, is used, but you can use any type of Italian...
Author: Aldo
A simple, Italian-spiced meatloaf that even those tired of the regular meatloaf will love!
Author: RACHRION
Sharkey Family recipe. This goes great served with fresh steamed broccoli and a Caesar salad.
Author: SDaisy2
Spinach and meat with three types of cheese and herbs, layered with red sauce and noodles.
Author: ArmeC
BBQ turned Italian! Just the right amount of sweetness; it's addictive! Enjoy!
Author: Sarah
A great pasta dish for those who like seafood with their pasta. This dish is not only fast and easy to prepare, it is delicious and it is of regional Spanish-Italian authenticity. Red wine or beer is the...
Author: SONNYCHIBA
A syrupy lemon thrill that is my favorite! This cake recipe uses ground almonds instead of flour.
Author: kiminal
I've probably been making this recipe since I got it from my Mom in about 1985. I have no idea where she got the recipe from. I've been changing it over the years, and now I call it my own. When we started...
Author: WannaBACook
A restaurant-style Chicken Marsala with savory portobello mushrooms.
Author: JPFRMNY
It's really that good. Rich and decadent. If you really want to impress, then get a small block of Parmesan and grate it. Gives a better flavor than pre-grated.
Author: Margo Bock
I had an Italian friend who cooked this recipe for me, and I'd like to share it with you as it is so goooood. Serve with feta or Parmesan cheese if you desire.
Author: Ed's
A little work up front, barely any cooking time, amazing outcome. Serve this to guests and they will be amazed by your mad Instant Pot®/pressure cooker skills. Serve by itself or over pasta or rice. Also...
Author: Shelly Exel-Miles
Boneless skinless chicken breasts that are deceptively simple. Easy and tasty. Perfect quick chicken dinner served with buttered noodles and string beans. This is a kid- and family-favorite.
Author: SANDY331
I'm gonna show you my take on this amazing Italian custard pudding. Above and beyond that rich and decadent butterscotch flavor, the texture here is unbelievable. To say it's smooth and luxurious doesn't...
Author: Chef John
Pizza on an outdoor grill is a great alternative to oven-cooked pizza. If you love crispy crust, this is for you. Note: cook time is relatively short, so alternative toppings like uncooked sausage or other...
Author: OXSALIDA
A creamy vanilla gelatin-based dessert that is easy, quick, and very tasty. Make the berry sauce an hour before serving.
Author: Military Cook
An easier version of an Italian favorite, using instant mashed potatoes. This recipe can easily be double, tripled, etc. I make multiple batches, and freeze. To freeze, put on cookie sheets until frozen,...
Author: Sandy Metzler
My mother has been making this dish for as long as I can remember. Lots of rosemary and garlic - what more could you ask for?
Author: kelcampbell
The best ways to eat cherry tomatoes are as follows: plucked warm off the vine and eaten raw standing in front of the plant. Next best is raw, in some sort of salad. Third best is made into a sauce as...
Author: Chef John
When I make these chops, I always have to make extra. Everyone has to eat more than they need. Great with a salad. The chops are baked in a crispy, buttery coating in the oven.
Author: MHFAB1
Instead of pasta with beef, try chicken instead...healthier and tastier!!
Author: Mike
This recipe always impresses dinner guests! Chicken breasts are stuffed with a ricotta cheese and walnut mixture.
Author: Julie1271
This is a classic Italian pasta dish from Sicily that was created after Bellini's opera Norma, made with fried eggplant, tomatoes, ricotta, and fresh basil. As with many classic Italian dishes - only a...
Author: Aldo
Had this for the first time at a take-out pizza and pasta place in southern California. We all loved it so much that we came up with our own version that is just as good as the take-out one. This has become...
Author: Nikki Wilson
This is a great recipe for pizza lovers! Everyone will want second helpings of this dish. It's a great one-dish meal for the whole family.
Author: Jana
These mini hand-held calzones are perfect as appetizers or snacks. I chose to use pepperoni but they would be great with sausage or just plain with cheese.
Author: Yoly
The crunchy Parmesan on top and the gooey melted mozzarella mixed throughout make this baked pasta dish a real treat! It's great at the height of summer when the tomatoes and zucchini come straight from...
Author: RUTH GOOCH
I couldn't decide if I wanted lasagna or moussaka the other night; this came out as a yummy combo of the two! Spinach lasagna noodles work well in this if you can get them. Also, try ground lamb in place...
Author: Bethany T.
I'm no survivalist, but like any responsible chef I like to have a few cans of sardines stocked away, just in case. If times ever get tough, I could survive for hours, maybe days on them; but since things...
Author: Chef John
Pork tenderloins turn out tasty and juicy when briefly brined, glazed with orange, and grilled over coals.
Author: Ben S.