After years of tweaking this recipe, I've finally got it to where I want it. Everyone raves about this lasagna just the way it is, although I'll probably never stop tweaking it!
Author: bbypookins
Flour and water are all you need to make traditional farfalle (or bow ties) at home. Make sure to use a durum wheat semolina, a very refined flour (usually imported directly from Italy) or your pasta won't...
Author: Anonymous
My husband grew up not far from Rome, and this is his version of the famous Roman dish "Amatriciana". It calls for guanciale (cured pork jowl), which can be difficult to find here in the states. While...
Author: Kim's Cooking Now
Frosted, cake-like cookies. To enjoy for special holidays I sprinkle on colored jimmies before the icing dries.
Author: Barbara
Tender calamari tubes stuffed with a mascarpone cheese, ricotta cheese and sun-dried tomato mixture are baked, then sauteed to a golden finish in garlic butter. A little work, but truly amazing!
Author: Nicole MacDonald
This is an alternative to bland old spaghetti squash. It resembles baked Rigatoni and Lasagna. Kids also loved it! Give it a try!
Author: Brisak
One of my grandma's favorite cookie recipes. These are very traditional Italian cookies with sprinkles flavored with anise extract. If you don't know what anise is, the flavor is very similar to black...
Author: michspad
This is my version of Italian Margaritas. Enjoy!
Author: ying
I use a deli-roasted chicken from our local grocery store to speed up prep time on this dish. You can change the vegetables to suit your tastes. Serve with a loaf of crusty french bread and a glass of...
Author: Challengergurl
My grandmother made these noodles almost every Sunday for dinner. They are eaten over mashed potatoes. They are simple to make with a pasta machine and are still very much in demand in my family.
Author: JAYANN
Inspired by the investment in flavour that Nonna Franchina made in stuffing her squid, I came up with this recipe, which uses the same principle but in reverse. We're making a mind-blowing salsa to plunge...
Author: Jamie Oliver
Fragrant and colorful fresh egg pasta infused with saffron. Roll out in thin sheets with or without a pasta machine, then bake directly in a lasagna with bolognese or bechamel sauce, or make tagliatelle...
Author: Alemarsi
This is a twist on chicken Parmigiana, and because cube steaks are already thin, there's no need to pound them, saving on prep time.
Author: thedailygourmet
This easy gourmet sandwich is so good, you would serve it to the president if you had him over for dinner. As far as grilled cheese goes, this is it! Serve with a nice gourmet Italian salad.
Author: nevadamommy
You will need a pizzelle iron to make these traditional Italian cookies.
Author: DIANE HARP
These Italian knot cookies are traditionally made for weddings and at Christmas. You can vary the flavor to include your favorite and also use sprinkles that coordinate the time of year.
Author: Brandi Rose
This is a great pasta recipe with mussels. You can use all mussels or half mussels and half clams. Use as little or as much chile as you can stand.
Author: mannkochtgut
A delicious lasagna recipe with a twist. Alfredo sauce is named after Roman restaurateur Alfredo di Lello who is credited with creating this dish in the 1920s.
Author: MARBALET
I needed to bring a pumpkin dessert for a pumpkin-themed baby shower and I came up with this and it was a huge hit.
Author: chefchristabug
My mother used to make this pizza; she didn't cook much so you know it's easy! And it tastes great!
Author: Cait
This pasta dish is completely virtuous and completely delicious. And it's easy! Use any short, substantial pasta you like if you can't find orechietti. You can also make this with other fresh herbs. Good...
Author: KRISTINLEE8
Eggplant has its fans and its detractors. Even the most devoutly anti-eggplant zealot can't resist this savory combination of spicy eggplant, pancetta, and pasta.
Author: Andrew Bleiman
I am always looking for ways to jazz up the boring burger and came up with this after having a delicious caprese salad. Be sure to use fresh basil and the marinated tomatoes are a must!
Author: Sarah Stephan
Tempting bite sized butter cookies rolled in sesame seeds and then baked.
Author: Rosaria
Not your average cake, but delicious nonetheless! The texture of the cornmeal and the uncommon flavor of the oil and the orange make this cake a wonderfully flavorful 'lighter side' option to the cakes...
Author: The Viking Bunny
Breaded tofu a la parmigiana. You'll just about swear this is eggplant or veal! One of my husband's favorites, and he doesn't even suspect! Serve with a simple crisp green salad, angel hair pasta and garlic...
Author: Jill B. Mittelstadt
This Bolognese filling is spicy, meaty, and creamy. If you're in a hurry you can serve it over pasta instead of filling the peppers; just omit the rice or orzo.
Author: KASM75
This rich and creamy smoked turkey and spring pea fettuccine recipe is inspired by a pasta I learned long ago working at my first real chef job in San Francisco. There's just something very special about...
Author: Chef John
Make perfect pizza at home with this classic homemade pizza recipe, including a pizza dough recipe, topping suggestions, and step-by-step instructions with photos.
Author: Elise Bauer
This is a recipe I came up with that uses all of my favorite ingredients and is very beautiful served on a platter.
Author: CALLIEW
We've sampled many different flavors of gelato over the years while visiting our family in Italy, but somehow, our kids always go back to their favorite flavor "Nutella®"! While this is not exactly the...
Author: Kim's Cooking Now
Very elegant dessert. Easy to fix and a lighter version because of the cottage cheese.
Author: Mashmousha
Traditional vodka sauce is the basis for this recipe, but with a twist to suit my family's taste. This is quick enough to serve on a weeknight but is also a treat for company.
Author: KLEVEAR
A nice, healthy version of chicken piccata. Very light dish. My boyfriend requests it at least once a week!
Author: KBJORNSTAD
My grandmother used to make these when I was a little girl. When I was old enough to realize that I needed to get her delicious recipes, she showed me how to make a lot of her wonderful dishes. She never...
Author: PASTAWITHGARLIC
This delicious cake is full of zingy flavour and the syrup makes it something really special - enjoy!
Author: Jamie Oliver
Pork loin at its best! This recipe is my personal adaptation from a true Italian chef. It can easily be made at home and may just become one of your favorites, too!
Author: BANZAI
I made this pizza for my family and it was a huge success!
Author: Oranginaghb
A household favorite, I created this recipe after giving up flour, cheese and most sugar. It is a turkey meatloaf with an Italian touch.
Author: trooworld
These cookies are a pillowy mouthful of lemony almond goodness. One any Italian nonna would be proud of!
Author: thedailygourmet
I have made this several times for guest's of mine, and they have all loved it. It's a great Italian dish that doesn't require a lot of work.
Author: Jennifer Russell
A classic Italian comfort food of rice with peas and chunks of ham.
Author: Hank Shaw
A great introduction to pasta for kids - loads of fun to eat, and a brilliant base for adding all kinds of other fresh ingredients.
Author: Jamie Oliver
I got a recipe off here for chicken lasagna rollups, and after making it a couple times I thought it would be a lot better Mexican-style! It is AMAZING! Serve with garlic bread and salad.
Author: Cassy Gartman
It's technically a 'one-skillet' dish, but the idea is the same - everything goes into the skillet and dishes are kept at a minimum.
Author: Erica Krause