Low-fat alfredo sauce made with cottage cheese
These stuffed lasagna noodles really hit the spot. Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced green onions. Serve with a tossed salad, warm garlic bread, and a white zinfandel for a superb meal. You can use...
Author: Chrissy Fessler
This recipe is very quick and easy to prepare. There is no need to pre-cook the noodles. I usually double the recipe and make an extra tray to freeze for an even quicker meal another day.
Author: Melissa
Ana and Lydia's cannoli, recipe invented on July 31st, 2005. I spent a lot of time looking for a good recipe for cannoli shells and filling. Since no two were alike, and since instructions were a bit sketchy,...
Author: Lydia Nacawa
In Italian, these cookies are called Ossi Dei Morti or bones of the dead. They are hard cookies, but they are used for teething babies. Adults like to dip them in cappuccino.
Author: MARBALET
In this lasagna, the eggplant rounds take place of the traditional noodles. Perfect if you're following a low-carb lifestyle and are in the mood for Italian.
Author: KEEPERROX
Yummy! This is a wonderful pizza for those who are looking to get away from the basic, cheese and pepperoni pizza.
Author: RRADAMS
A delicious and skinny take on a creamy, indulgent pasta dish baked in the oven.
Author: curiouschef
This pungent garlic, basil, and tomato sauce will delight the senses. The goat cheese is the perfect creamy complement to an already delightful dish!
Author: JENNIFER KENT
The true family-loved pasta dinner--fast and furious with flavor.
Author: Lisa Jolley
Pizzagaina is Italian Easter pie. A very traditional savory dish that is a much-anticipated treat for Easter. It can be quite an undertaking to prepare, but I've got a simplified recipe here that the Italian...
Author: SMZCOZ
One thing I learned in my years living in the Canarsie section of Brooklyn, NY was how to cook a good Italian meal. Here is a recipe I created after having this dish in a restaurant. Enjoy!
Author: Beth B.
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
Toasted almond and lemon zest biscotti for any occasion. Try these variations: Use 1/2 teaspoon of either vanilla or anise extract instead of the almond extract; substitute chopped filberts for almonds;...
Author: Rosina
I love chicken Marsala as well as eggplant and pasta, so I done this twist on the dish. I have a huge herb and spice garden, so I normally use all fresh. I hope you enjoy as much as I.
Author: Brenda Briscoe
Here's another use for Thanksgiving turkey leftovers.
Author: kdonofrio
A wonderful, fresh, light way to serve chicken. Good over rice.
Author: Jill B. Mittelstadt
At a highly-rated Italian restaurant chain I ordered the Veal Limone with Tuscan Beans and Escarole. It was amazing, but a bit pricey. So I made my own recipe with easier-to-find and affordable ingredients:...
Author: Navy S.
This dish was inspired by a description in the novel, 'The Godfather.' It is also a favorite with my 'family.' Serve with a crusty bread, a green salad, and a robust dry red wine for a very satisfying...
Author: SURFWENCH
My variation on a delicious dessert we experienced in Rome this spring. Called tartufo because it resembles a truffle.
Author: Katie Poppy
Pan-fried white wine chicken. Excellent with cream-sauced pasta or risotto.
Author: shark77
This recipe is handed down to me by my Italian mother. I grew up with this dessert. It's quick and easy. The chestnut puree may be hard to find. It's actually called 'Torta di Castagne' or Chestnut Cake....
Author: Maria Zuccarello
Orzo with Artichokes, Balsamic vinegar and Chicken -- as easy as A-B-C! Pancetta, spinach, and toasted pine nuts also play tasty parts in this pasta dish! This is a great way to use up leftover roast chicken...
Author: Senoritapupnstuff
A decadent and rich jelly-roll style cake. Makes a wonderful showcase, well worth the effort!
Author: shirleyo
A delicious sage, butter, garlic and cheese sauce makes a delicious side dish or complete meal!
Author: Gina Izzy Shores
The whole family will jump for joy when they try this easy Italian dish!
Author: Sonrisa
Quick and delicious; add spinach or broccoli for a dinner all in one dish.
Author: ESTEPHAN
We love to order taco pizza from the local pizza parlor but it got too expensive. So I came up with this variation of it that my family loves! It can be suited to match anyone's tastes and the ready-made...
Author: Daisy K
This is a simple, quick, kid-favorite pizza meal that the kids can even help prepare!
Author: user
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 simple recipe is foolproof. The only thing you need to do is make sure not to overcook the steaks...
Author: LAURSOX
Fresh sauteed vegetables are combined with a fresh creamy tomato sauce to create this delicious, easy to make pasta dish. Serve with grated cheese.
Author: ANITA92677
Very simple - a broiled sandwich made with ciabatta bread, pesto, and fontina cheese.
Author: Syd
This Italian spinach and ricotta pie (torta pasqualina) from the region Liguria is traditionally eaten for Easter, but can of course be served any time of the year.
Author: PaolaAlbanesi
These are an Italian cookie with the traditional ricotta cheese filling. You will need a pizzelle iron and cooking cylinders to form the cookies.
Author: Jen Manning
This is a very old favorite of Aunt Dora's collection. I believe it's also called a pie, but this is a hearty dish as a snack or breakfast meal. I now have to make it twice a year, so no one can wait for...
Author: SASSYMOM97
If you really want an all-out fancy restaurant style tiramisu with all the fixin's this is the one. People will speak of this for years to come. You can also make it in a bowl like a trifle!
Author: HBIC
A twist on the traditional carbonara using zucchini squash noodles and omitting the cream for a gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein dish.
Author: Buckwheat Queen
Despite the rich and decadent mascarpone, the sauce for this spaghetti is actually pretty light; much of the sauce is chicken broth and squash.
Author: Chef John
This is my favorite dessert and will be the favorite of anyone who tries it, I am sure! You may substitute cubed pound cake for the ladyfingers.
Author: Jacci
Everyone loves this! It's so easy and always comes out wonderful. Who could resist the delicious taste of pizza?
Author: Martha Katz
I created this simple Sicilian-style pasta dish one day when trying to use up some sun-dried tomatoes.
Author: madball911
Author: An original recipe from Lavender and Lime
Eggplant, tomato, and cheeses are layered, baked, then served over pasta. An easy and delicious Italian meal.
Author: MBC
Elegant stuffed veal medallions made with asparagus and provolone cheese are breaded and fried, then slow cooked to a brilliant finish in a mushroom wine sauce.
Author: WANNABACHEF