This baked spaghetti dish is made in a springform pan. When the sides of the pan are removed, you have an impressive, spaghetti 'cake.' It can be served as is, or with a tomato sauce.
Author: KDCG
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
Hot chocolate Italian-style is one of the most amazing treats in the world! You have to try this pudding-like chocolate decadence! Add some Irish cream, cinnamon, and whipped cream for a fun variation,...
Author: nikwik
A twist on an Italian favorite. Ladyfingers are layered in a dish with raspberries and mascarpone filling.
Author: DENMOZZ
This lasagna is full of veggies, has ricotta cheese, and a made-from-scratch roasted garlic Alfredo sauce! Does it get any better than this?
Author: carrie barrett
An thin traditional anise flavored Italian cookie made with a pizzelle iron.
Author: BETORKAR
One of my favorite ways to eat eggplant! Use any small pasta in interesting shapes like bowties, rotini, or seashells.
Author: SPEARL20
A delicious holiday cake that all will enjoy! Looks beautiful. Sprinkle top with chopped nuts.
Author: angelicvisions66
Cantucci are typical Tuscan cookies, traditionally served with vin santo or red wine. They are also known as Italian biscotti because they are twice (bis) cooked (cotti). This version with dark chocolate...
Author: Donneetortelli
This makes a delicious entree served with a salad and garlic bread.
Author: Karen
Pesto is so versatile, the principle of herbs, nuts and cheese, bolstered by garlic and good extra virgin olive oil, can be taken in so many different ways. This is the classic combo, celebrating basil,...
Author: Jamie Oliver
Simply marinate skinless, boneless chicken breasts in Italian-style salad dressing for a few hours. Cook fully; when done, place in a skillet or slow cooker and pour beer on top. Refrigerate overnight...
Author: PAMPERED QUEEN
A deliciously rich chicken entree that is best served with mild side dishes such as sauteed vegetables and French bread. This chicken has a great fresh basil flavor.
Author: Suzanne
This is a delicious light & fluffy cookie with a hint of lemon in the frosting. The ricotta cheese gives them a heavenly texture.
Author: Lisa
A colorful and tasty veggie lasagna with plenty of peppers and cheese, with red pepper flakes for zip.
Author: DEWEESE
I came up with this recipe after searching through my pantry looking for a quick family-friendly meal. My two teenage kids LOVE it!
Author: Amy Brolsma
A much lighter pasta Alfredo recipe that's packed with veggies and flavor, but tastes as good as the original. Linguine is extended with shredded zucchini 'noodles' to lower the calorie count and up the...
Author: Jacqueline
Fast and easy, but very rich and delicious. Pretty in a clear glass trifle dish or individual parfait glasses.
Author: PYEWACKET56
This bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin with such great taste is amazingly moist and tender.
Author: Chef John
I just love meatballs and these are a prefect spring dinner. I served over sauteed spinach and Oh my God amazing! These were ready in 30 minutes and a perfect one-pot dinner.
Author: Cindy Anschutz Barbieri
I like to add Italian sausage as a topping on my homemade pizza. Came up with this blend after much experimentation. I fry it all and freeze in portions for use as pizza topping. It's ground pork with...
Author: Lee Fogle
A very rich, smooth, and creamy rice pudding with a hint of lemon. Pudding will thicken as it cools, but it's best served at room temperature or slightly warm.
Author: Nick Van Laar
Sometimes simple really is the best and this recipe is one of those times. The peppery arugula salad compliments the steak perfectly without stealing the show.
Author: Soup Loving Nicole
I come from a big Italian family, my mom made this all the time. Very delicious and very hardy. A great anytime meal. The secret to good eggplant is to peel and drain it, so it's not soggy. Serve with...
Author: MOMMULL1214
This is an old family recipe passed down from my grandmother to my father in the 1950's. It has been made countless times by my family. Portion into quart-sized freezer bags and store in the freezer. Fry...
Author: Paul Nenni
I was craving lasagna, but not all the calories it usually comes with. After researching several recipes for inspiration, I ended up cooking up this delicious creation. I hope you enjoy it, too!
Author: carren1105
Perhaps the very best pasta dish I make. A rich, delicious, and soul-satisfying Italian recipe that is certain to wow your guests at any dinner party. Do not even begin to think about cooking this if you...
Author: TheCircle
This is a delicious, creamy, tasty pasta, perfect for entertaining! The walnuts are optional - I've never used them and it STILL tastes amazing!
Author: Julie
Every Easter, my grandmother makes two of these pies and they never make it to leftovers.
Author: TRINITYJAE
Struffoli is a Neapolitan dessert that is traditionally prepared at Christmas and made of tiny dough balls that have been deep-fried and soaked in honey, then piled high on plates and trays. Some like...
Author: FestivelySouthern
This is a great tasting recipe. Its good served warm or chilled.
Author: Gail
This sweet rice pie is a dessert traditionally served on Easter by many Italian families. But this version is so good, I make it more often than that.
Author: Michele O'Sullivan
This is a favorite family recipe. Don't forget the sherry! Serve with rice or pasta with crusty garlic bread.
Author: Carole
Quick one-person flatbread pizza, or have everyone make their own.
Author: paty
I like to serve this easy dish with steamed broccoli and rice prepared with some of the remaining pan juices.
Author: Kimber
Sounds a bit odd, but it's fantastic. My best friend gave me the recipe so I made it and it is incredible. She wanted me to share the recipe, so here it is.
Author: KRYSTALK
Chicken and beer: so simple, yet, so good. This Italian classic is a perfect lunch or dinner for two. It uses a few ingredients but has a deep, complex flavor. The cornstarch helps create a thick and creamy...
Author: Buckwheat Queen
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
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
When my husband's cousin, Nino, was visiting us from Chioggia, Italy, he made us this delicious pie called "Torta Sbriciolata Ricotta e Chioccolato", which translates to crumbly cake with ricotta and chocolate....
Author: Kim's Cooking Now
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
An non-gluggly, healthy lasagna recipe where vegetables rule! You could also make this a full vegetarian version by omitting the ground beef and substituting TVP or finely diced mixed vegetables (zucchini,...
Author: Paulie
My mother is full-blooded Sicilian. Christmas Eve we celebrated the Vigil and had 7 fish dishes. Since my children were not super fans of anything more than shrimp, I made manicotti to add to the squid...
Author: Fantasy Gardener and Chef
Tender mushrooms in a creamy sauce make a great summery sauce for use on most any pasta.
Author: Aaron Phillips
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
I received this recipe about two years ago from my sister-in-law. I was very skeptical because I hated onions and was not to fond of asparagus, but once I ate it I was in love. This is so simple but very...
Author: Shaynan21
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