I made this recipe to combine the tastes of eggplant parmesan and caponata, an Italian eggplant appetizer. It is quite rich and uses a lot of olive oil. It is best served with linguini or some other kind...
Author: JenFen
These meatballs are significantly faster than a traditional recipe because there is no chopping or pan-frying for the base mixture and they are small, so they cook fast.
Author: Chef John
Once you try these mini calzones, you may never go back to fixing the large ones again! These calzones come together in a snap, and are a great way to sneak a few veggies into your kid's diet. The best...
Author: Lisa Smith
My 8-year-old and I love to cook together; here is one of our family recipes. The recipe calls for the chicken to be marinated for a few days, but that is a viewers' choice.
Author: JennCD
My boyfriend (an Italian chef) made this great pasta dough with calamari ink and I wanted to make something creative with it. I came up with two large ravioli stuffed with flaked cooked salmon, eggplant,...
Author: Natalie Ercolini
Lasagna Alfredo with chicken, ricotta and spinach. So good that my family requests it at least once a week. Serve with diced tomato as a garnish.
Author: Sybil Gregory
I sometimes substitute chicken broth for half the heavy cream called for in the recipe to reduce calories. I also use additional Parmesan.
Author: MARYSTEVE
My family loves lasagna, but sometimes I lack the time for the long version. This is easy and satisfies everyone. Try it tonight!
Author: Joanie Heger
A great alternative to traditional spaghetti marinara. Beware, this is truly for garlic lovers!
Author: Devin Kinyon
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert. Ladyfinger cookies are dipped in coffee, then layered with mascarpone (a rich Italian cream cheese) and dusted with cocoa powder. It might become your new favorite...
Author: SALLYCOOKS
Many food names reflect various occupations or trades. 'Cacciatore' literally means 'hunter' in Italian, and this 'hunter style' dish makes good use of mushrooms (easily available to hunters trekking through...
Author: Jana
In addition to being an incredible-tasting dessert, tiramisu also offers the perfect segue when you're trying to steer the Valentine's dinner conversation towards spicier subjects. This heady, mood-elevating...
Author: Chef John
This recipe calls for mushrooms and Marsala wine. Stir in a few tablespoons of cream before serving, if desired. This dish may be made 24 hours ahead. To reheat, cover with foil and bake in a 350 degree...
Author: Christine
Fresh out of the oven...zucchini packed full of meat, sauce and cheese makes a delicious dish!
Author: cookkassi
A wonderfully tasty recipe with an Italian slant. This meatloaf is even better a day or two after it's cooked. Great for sandwiches, too. Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, and gravy!
Author: tarata
A creamy, yummy chicken dish to serve over thick pasta, like egg noodles or farfalle. This pleased everyone! It's easy to prepare and highly addictive. Easy to make lower calorie/fat with low fat cream...
Author: CHEFCATHY
An excellent chunky pasta sauce with beef, pork, lots of vegetables and tons of flavor. Freeze any unused portions for later use. If you have fresh herbs, you may substitute 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil...
Author: Kimber
Chicken breast chunks flavored with bacon, artichoke hearts and herbs in a tomato sauce all over a steaming bowl of linguine.
Author: sal
Cut peppers in half and remove tops and seeds. In a large kettle, bring water to boil; cook peppers for 5 minutes. Remove and drain. Cook rice according to package directions.In a large skillet, cook beef,...
A very cinnamony flavor. The only sweetness comes from the chocolate you dip these cookies in.
Author: Tammy
Coated chicken tenders tossed with hot cooked pasta, bell pepper, onion, and garlic in four cheese Alfredo sauce. This is a delicious, rich chicken scampi very similar to that served at a well known Italian...
Author: Julie
Family favorite to use that beautiful summer zucchini! Very simple recipe that tastes great accompanied by garlic bread! Very good for vegetarians, too.
Author: FABA1228
I made this up one day out of things I had on hand, and it turned out to be one of my favorite sandwiches ever. Sauteed zucchini pieces are coated with a zesty marinara sauce and topped with a generous...
Author: your mom
Spicy chicken Marsala will make your guests beg for more. Juicy chicken breasts simmer slowly in Marsala wine with fire-roasted tomatoes.
Author: CraigEstes
This is a slightly different twist on the old standard eggplant Parmesan. By peeling and sweating the eggplant you eliminate the bitterness and the panko bread crumbs add a nice crunch to the crust. Freezes...
Author: Mama Smith
This is my favorite dessert recipe; serve with fresh raspberries, cookies, or vanilla ice cream!
Author: CHIARA
This is the ultimate pasta dish - no matter if it's a casual weekday supper or fancy dinner party you're preparing it for, it is always delicious. The only way a fish-hating friend of mine craves to have...
Author: Annas Kuori
A delicious vegetarian meal that is well worth the cook time!
Author: Stephanie Bailey
Very quick and easy Italian anise lemon cake just like Mama used to make! Serve with a thin icing of milk and confectioners' sugar.
Author: East Village Girl
Large pasta shells stuffed with lowfat cheeses and spinach, smothered in marinara sauce and baked. You can use 2 tablespoons egg substitute in place of the egg white if you prefer. Lighten it up even more...
Author: KDCG
This flagship, Tuscan steak is made from the region's Chianina breed of cattle which are prized for their tenderness and flavor. In typical Italian style, simplicity rules the day; little more than olive...
Author: eat!
Some members of my family call it manicotti, some call it Italian casserole. So I call it Manicotti Italian Casserole. This is one of my all time favorite meals to make, and it's super easy! For gatherings...
Author: ERINLOVE65
A delicious frosted Italian cookie passed down to me from my grandmother.
Author: KATHIANNE
Ground beef with minced carrots and onions -- serve over bow tie or penne pasta. Buonappetito!!!
Author: PASTA_CHEF
This is the coming together of three beautiful ingredients - mozzarella, basil and courgette - to make an oozy, cheesy, scrumptious risotto. White wine gives any risotto a beautiful depth of flavour, but...
Author: Jamie Oliver
This is a real crowd pleaser. You can add your own favorite spices, herbs or veggies to this, to your taste. Serve with mashed potatoes and cooked greens if desired. Voila, a classic gourmet chicken dinner...
Author: Add Lim
Much like Chicken Saltimbocca, this is chicken smothered in parmesan cheese and rolled with mozzarella and prosciutto and baked in white wine.
Author: Kris McFadden
This recipe is from an Italian friend of mine and they are so good!
Author: Sandy G.
When I was in Vicenza, Italy at an open market downtown, I smelled this scrumptious smell of roast chicken at this stand. So I bought one of their chickens and looked what they stuffed in the cavity to...
Author: LILQUIZ
These are the best almond biscotti I've ever had.
This is a great one-dish meal, especially by adding additional veggies
This recipe was inspired by a similar recipe I received in my produce box from Full Circle Farm in Carnation, WA.
Author: MOTTSBELA
This is a no fry variation of this popular dish, and is just as delicious!
Author: Dolores Gentner-Ryan
Easy and light pasta with tomatoes and garlic. Cooked chicken breast chunks or shrimp can also be added to sauce for a great main dish!
Author: DEBNJAMES
My great-grandmother's pizzelle recipe, which my mother has adapted for pizzelle presses or irons (I use a Cuisinart® double pizzelle press). A family must-have at all of our holiday dinners, especially...
Author: tcasa
Italian sausage is traditionally made with a fattier cut of pork but I've made this a little healthier by replacing the fat with olive oil. The patties can be used as you would a burger, or crumple them...
Author: Bren