Italian Cuisine Recipes

This pesto version is made with a more savory version of watercress. Whisk the greens with pine nuts and Pecorino Romano cheese, then add white beans for texture. The flavor...

The classic Italian dessert, sabayon, is a delicate, warm cream made with egg yolk and white wine, served with fruit. In this recipe, the sabayon is accompanied by sautéed plums...

Tortellini are small Italian dumplings with a variety of fillings. This recipe can be filled with spinach or cheese—they'll be equally delicious. Warm tortellini and roasted vegetables are mixed in...

This pesto is based on fresh arugula. Its peppery flavor is perfectly complemented by walnuts and sweet-tart sun-dried tomatoes. Prepare the pesto just before serving by blending everything together...

These lean cutlets are made with zucchini and cannellini bean puree. The grated zucchini needs time to drain, otherwise the cutlets will be difficult to form and...

Zucchini is often underrated, but with the addition of melty cheese and a crunchy cornflake topping, you can transform this summer vegetable into the perfect take-away casserole.

Any small pasta, such as ptitim or orzo, will work for this salad. Combine it with blanched lima beans, herbs, dressing, and grated Parmesan cheese for a delicious, filling, and juicy...

This pasta can be made with leftover grilled chicken or baked chicken. The key ingredient is the sauce. This delicious sauce is made with chicken broth and sweet peppers,...

Sweet and juicy broccolini perfectly complements the Italian sausage in this hearty and healthy pizza with white ricotta sauce. Lightly sauté the broccolini before adding it to the toppings,...

Turanian wheat is loved by many for its texture: the long, plump grains are pleasantly chewy and pair perfectly with marinara sauce. They're as filling as a plate of spaghetti, but contain much more...

This lasagna differs from the classic version with its unusual texture: instead of a meat sauce, it's made with meatballs in a tomato sauce. The Italian sausage meatballs are simmered in a rich...

Sangria-flavored panna cotta is the perfect light, impressive dessert for adults. After dissolving the gelatin in milk, add the reduced, spiced red wine, orange zest, and...

Cioppino is an Italian-American seafood stew originating in San Francisco, where it began as a simple fisherman's dish made from the catch of the day, but over time it became a staple in local Italian restaurants...

Rapini rabe and pickled cherry peppers infuse this frittata with a range of flavors and healthy fiber. Provolone cheese adds a creamy note and a pleasant gooey texture, while salami adds...

Finely chopped orzo pasta is a great substitute for rice in this delicious, spiced pilaf. The pasta is first sautéed with shallots and then simmered in a fragrant mixture of chicken broth and saffron, resulting in...

Classic Italian panzanella salad is a simple yet delicious combination of bread, tomatoes, and a vinaigrette. This recipe makes the panzanella more filling with the addition of...

This dish might seem overpowering with savory radicchio, but the sweet caramelized onions, sage, butter, and cheese perfectly soften its sharp flavor. And while the radicchio here is quite...

This savory pie is made with boiled ravioli, slices of mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes, arranged in a large flower shape and baked until the cheese melts. The beauty of this...

This quick Italian pasta is made with just five ingredients: spaghetti, canned tomatoes in their own juice, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. Despite such a simple recipe,...

Even though this Bolognese sauce is quick to prepare, its flavor is incredibly rich and intense, as if it's been simmering on the stove for hours. All thanks to its secret ingredients:...

Many Italian recipes call for marinara sauce, but finding a quality product in supermarkets can be more difficult than making your own. With this recipe, you'll have the most delicious marinara sauce...

Add canned tuna, anchovies, olives, and potatoes to a pasta salad with tomatoes and green beans. Toss everything with a tart vinaigrette for a quick, delicious, and...

This impressive pasta bowl will be a true centerpiece for your holiday table and the main course of your dinner. This crisp bowl of capellini (angel hair) pasta is filled with a homemade marinara sauce and juicy...

This pesto with almonds, fresh herbs, and pecorino cheese is served with vibrant slices of fresh tomatoes. Substitute parsley for the traditional basil, and to keep the sauce's flavor vibrant and intense,...

Want your kids to eat more healthy vegetables? Then make Pasta Primavera! With pasta and gooey cheese, any vegetable will taste better, especially if it's colorful spiral pasta.

Wide ribbons of pappardelle pasta are topped with a rich ragù of pork, veal, tomatoes, and cream. Sautéed pancetta, shiitake mushrooms, sautéed vegetables, and aromatic herbs fill the ragù.

This snack is a worthy alternative to French fries. Polenta, cut into strips, is fried in oil until golden brown and sprinkled with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs. This recipe works best with...

Panelle are simple Sicilian fried pancakes made from chickpea flour. They're a popular street food, served in a sesame seed bun or as a standalone appetizer, as in this recipe. Fry the pancakes...

Make a classic Italian risotto for dinner for two. With tender leeks, crisp pancetta, and juicy spinach, it's both visually and flavorfully vibrant, and...

The mild flavor of white fish is the perfect foil for a more vibrant side dish. Use the savory and salty flavor of Italian dried soppressata to enrich a broth with fennel and grape tomatoes,...

Broccolini is a relative of broccoli with less lush florets and longer stems. It doesn't have the same pronounced cabbage flavor as broccoli, which is what many people like about it. Broccolini also...

Stalk celery is tossed with cherry tomatoes, olive oil and thyme, then grilled until the flavor intensifies, then topped with toasted walnuts...

Bucatini pasta is prepared with shelled mussels, flavorful pieces of prosciutto, and spices in dry white wine, creating an elegant Italian dish for special occasions. Be sure to carefully...

If you're new to fresh artichokes, this recipe will not only help you braise them deliciously, but also teach you how to expertly trim the "cones" and eat them properly. The artichokes are braised in white...

This Italian omelet is a great way to use up leftover cooked vegetables, like from last night's dinner. Broccoli is a perfect addition, pairing beautifully with cheddar, but...

This recipe makes thin, deliciously crisp pizza dough (450g) for four servings. You can use them immediately or wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze. If you...

With a few spices and butter, you can transform an ordinary baguette into a stunning herb garlic bread—crisp, delicious, and aromatic, no one will resist. Just...

Pasta Bolognese without tomato sauce may seem odd, but this "white" version is no less delicious. The meat sauce is cooked in cream, and thanks to white wine and aromatic herbs,...

A delicious and healthy Italian-style dish. Polenta is served with roasted tomatoes and sautéed Swiss chard. It's very filling. Canned whole tomatoes are used in the preparation.

This version of Italian minestrone soup is made entirely from ingredients found in your pantry or kitchen cabinet. It includes canned vegetables, pasta, dried herbs,...

Instead of traditional spaghetti, use penne pasta for this pasta carbonara. Their tubular shape will absorb even more of the delicious sauce, giving you a truly...

Angel hair pasta is cooked in a wonderful Italian sauce called "Puttanesca." For this dish, you'll mostly need long-lasting ingredients: canned tomatoes, anchovies,...

Cacio e pepe (Italian: cacio e pepe – cheese and pepper) is a popular pasta of Roman cuisine that is easy to prepare with just four simple ingredients found in almost any kitchen: macaroni,...

Bucatini pasta is cooked in a light lemon sauce with thinly sliced ​​green beans, which add richness and make the flavor even more refreshing. To make the sauce, you'll need lemons...

This super-easy Italian pasta is the perfect solution for a weeknight dinner when you want to treat your loved ones to a delicious meal after work without the hassle. The pasta is cooked...

Natural bone-in pork loin cutlets, pan-fried and served with your choice of side dish (baked potato or polenta) and a delicious pesto made from baked kale and walnuts...

Looking for appetizer ideas or interesting ways to serve meatballs? Salad on a stick is a surefire option! Bright, quick, delicious, and the kebabs are easy to eat with your hands. Thread the finished meatballs onto...

A delicious Mediterranean-style dinner in 16 minutes—it's possible! You'll need store-bought spinach and ricotta ravioli, but to avoid the guilt of eating...

Want a quick and delicious pizza, but don't have ready-made dough or time to mix it? A simple round focaccia will do the trick! Cut it in half horizontally to create two perfect pizza bases. For...

Refreshing lemon, tender green peas, and crispy pancetta transform simple boiled ravioli into a restaurant-quality dish. Warm the boiled ravioli in a light butter sauce with...