Italian Cuisine Recipes


Categories: Main courses, Fish, .
Whole fish with herbs in the ovenViews: 2 256

Whole baked fish is an incredibly simple way to prepare a festive dish with minimal fuss. Simply fill the cleaned and gutted fish with bunches of herbs and slices...

sea ​​bream, lemon, thyme, oregano...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Bakery, Desserts, Cookie, .
Author: - culinary writer
Biscotti with cherries and pistachiosViews: 1,385

Biscotti are dry Italian cookies that are especially delicious dipped in a cup of coffee or tea. Salty green pistachios and tart dark red dried cherries complement each other beautifully in this...

Butter, brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon, eggs, vanilla extract, premium flour, almond flour, baking powder, pistachios, dried cherries, turbinado sugar...
Time: 3 hours. Complexity: easily Quantity: 25-30 pcs.
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Maple PizzelleViews: 917

Italian pizzelle waffle cookies are especially popular for Christmas, New Year's, and Easter. To make them, you need a special waffle iron with round panels decorated with various patterns...

All-purpose flour, nutmeg, maple sugar, maple extract, eggs...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 30 waffles
Categories: Desserts, Cakes, .
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Rainbow cakeViews: 1,701

This charming rainbow cake consists of three almond layers—red, yellow, and green—filled with raspberry jam and coated with chocolate. The layers are baked in three rectangular...

Premium flour, raspberry jam, semisweet chocolate, lemon zest, almond paste, eggs, food coloring...
Time: 5 o'clock. Complexity: easily Quantity: 70 cakes
Categories: Bakery, Desserts, Cookie, .
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Vanilla Citrus BiscottiViews: 1,744
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Italian biscotti cookies are traditionally baked twice. The first time, the dough is baked into large loaves, which are meant to brown on the outside and dry slightly on the inside. Then they are cut into...

All-purpose flour, baking powder, butter, sugar, eggs, grapefruit zest, lemon zest, candied fruit, vanilla bean, powdered sugar, cream, confetti...
Time: 3 hours 30 minutes Complexity: easily Quantity: 28 pcs.
Simple Cranberry GranitaViews: 1,685

Add an extra treat to your Christmas dinner before dessert to refresh your taste buds after the main course. All you need is a bottle...

cranberry juice...
Time: 3 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 tbsp.
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Chicken under a brick with polentaViews: 1,359

Chicken pressed with a brick during frying is juicier and develops an even, crispy crust. Fry chicken breasts this way, and if you don't have a brick in your kitchen...

Chicken breasts, polenta, parmesan cheese, arugula, white wine, red pepper flakes, rosemary...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 620
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Casserole of ravioli with mushrooms in meat sauceViews: 1,383

This casserole is made with store-bought mushroom ravioli. Boil them while you prepare a meat sauce in a frying pan with tomatoes, mushrooms, and ground Italian sausage.

Ravioli, champignons, kupaty (fried sausages), pureed tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, breadcrumbs, marjoram...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 680
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Tuscan Chicken Chops with White BeansViews: 5,694

To bread the chicken fillets according to this recipe, we mix a very lumpy, crumbly dough. It's essentially flour mixed with a couple of tablespoons of sour milk (or kefir), to which...

white beans, chicken, rosemary...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 720
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Focaccia panini with mortadella and fig spreadViews: 2,432
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Small sandwiches have always been a popular appetizer at house parties. Make this Italian-style sandwich that will captivate everyone with its amazing combination of flavors. And to...

focaccia bread, Asiago cheese, mortadella sausage, balsamic vinegar, figs...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Quantity: 16 canapés
Categories: Appetizers, Canapes, Meat, .
Author: - chef
Mini Meatballs with Raspberry Balsamic BBQ SauceViews: 2,423
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These savory meatballs, coated in a crispy crust, will be the most popular appetizer at your party. Meatballs are made with ground turkey mixed with spices, herbs, onions, and grated...

Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, milk, tomato paste, eggs, garlic, onion, ground turkey, kupaty (frying sausages), raspberries, ketchup, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, raspberry jam,...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4-6
Author: - chef
Mini calzoneViews: 4,746

To make these mini pies, you'll need the same ingredients as a traditional Italian pizza: pizza dough, salami, roasted peppers, black Kalamata olives, grated provolone cheese...

Flour, yeast dough, corn flour, fontina cheese, provolone cheese, salami, bell pepper, Kalamata olives, olives, eggs, marinara sauce...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 12 pcs.
Author: - chef
Mini lasagnas with corn and mascarponeViews: 1,488

These mini lasagnas are made in individual ramekins; they look elegant and taste incredible! You'll need two sheets of cooked lasagna for each ramekin. Follow these instructions...

Butter, lasagna pasta, corn, cream, garlic, mascarpone cheese, pecorino romano cheese, lemon zest, basil, provolone cheese...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Lamb ragout with rigatoni pastaViews: 4,048

Lamb ragù is a popular meat pasta sauce in Italian cuisine. The secret to its delicious flavor lies in the cooking time. It's a fairly lengthy process and takes...

lamb, rigatoni pasta, tomato paste, lemon zest, mint...
Time: 3 hours 30 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Pasta "Arrabbiata"Views: 1,535

Traditional Italian cuisine can hardly be called spicy. Spicy, aromatic, and piquant, but truly spicy dishes are few and far between. One such dish is pasta "Arrabbiata," originally from...

bucatini pasta, chili pepper, cherry tomatoes...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Alfredo Pasta with KaleViews: 3,368

This mouth-watering pasta in a creamy Alfredo sauce is a sure-fire dinner option for any occasion. The creamy sauce features heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese—a combination few...

penne pasta, kale, parmesan cheese, cream...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Fast food, Sandwiches, .
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Panini with Brussels sprouts and salamiViews: 1,605

To make a hot Italian panini sandwich, you don't need a special sandwich maker. You can toast it in a regular frying pan, and use any...

Fig jam, Dijon mustard, Brussels sprouts, ciabatta bread, provolone cheese, salami, butter, chips...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 620
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White bean stew with sausagesViews: 2,528

If you're looking for a quick, filling, and delicious Italian-style dinner, this stew is your answer. It takes just half an hour to prepare, but it looks so delicious it looks like you've been simmering it for hours. This rich stew includes...

Onions, garlic, red wine, broth, tomato pulp, cannellini beans, kupaty (frying sausages), arugula, basil, Parmesan cheese...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 630
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Wholegrain spaghetti with leeks and hazelnutsViews: 3,370

If you want to enjoy delicious pasta while also getting the most nutrition, choose whole-grain spaghetti. Pair it with vegetables and you'll have a delicious, nutrient-packed meal...

Spaghetti pasta, leeks, radicchio, fontina cheese, taleggio cheese, hazelnuts...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 692
Cacio e Pepe PancakesViews: 1,587

Cacio e Pepe is a simple yet delicious Italian spaghetti with cheese and black pepper. Turn it into a delicious finger food appetizer or fry it into crispy, golden-brown pancakes.

Black pepper, spaghetti pasta, premium flour, baking powder, sour milk, kefir, eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, mozzarella cheese...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Quantity: 44 pcs.
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Ravioli with spinach in tomato sauceViews: 4,814

Spice up your weeknight with a quick, simple, yet sophisticated Italian-style dinner. Store-bought spinach and cheese ravioli are boiled and served in a delicious homemade tomato-garlic sauce...

ravioli, spinach, ricotta cheese, San Marzano tomatoes, salami...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 482
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Cannoli with chocolate and pistachiosViews: 4,384

Italian mini cannoli rolls are a true highlight of any holiday, especially Christmas and New Year's. They look impressive, are delicious, and are easy to eat with your hands.

Wafer rolls, ricotta cheese, semi-sweet chocolate, tangerine zest, orange juice, cream, pistachios, cinnamon...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 12 tubes
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Ravioli in butter with sage and walnutsViews: 1,822

Transform store-bought cheese ravioli into an elegant, restaurant-quality dish. It's quick and easy to prepare, and the flavor is fantastic. Simply toss the cooked ravioli in a skillet with fried...

Ravioli, Parmesan cheese, walnuts, sage, balsamic vinegar, bay leaf, honey...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 613
Categories: Desserts, Cookie, .
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Italian Lemon Sandwich CookiesViews: 7,662

These crumbly, melting cookies with delightful hints of lemon, vanilla, and almond make a beautiful holiday treat. Glue two cookies together with a little lemon curd to...

All-purpose flour, baking powder, butter, sugar, lemon zest, eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, milk, lemon curd, white chocolate, margarine, confetti...
Time: 1 hour 45 minutes Complexity: easily Quantity: 24 pcs.
Categories: Bakery, Pies, Bread, .
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Focaccia with fennelViews: 1,619

This fluffy and flavorful Italian focaccia uses both fennel seeds and root. The toasted seeds are mixed into a yeast dough, while the root is sliced ​​into thin strips and...

Fennel seeds, premium flour, yeast, sugar, fennel bulb...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 6-8
Categories: Sauces, Dips, .
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Cranberry-pear mostardaViews: 2,882

Mostarda is an Italian sauce made from fruit in mustard syrup. It's typically served with meat dishes, adding a savory-sweet, festive flavor. Try mostarda for its amazing combination of...

Cranberries, vegetable relish, pears, vermouth, mustard powder, mustard seed...
Time: 30 min. plus cooling time Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
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Minestrone Soup with Turkey and KaleViews: 3 252

This rich, ingredient-rich, and warming minestrone soup is perfect for lunch on cold winter days. It's made with ground turkey, or more specifically, Italian sausage...

Sourdough bread, kupaty (frying sausages), ground turkey, onions, carrots, garlic, kale, tomato pulp, chickpeas, ditalini pasta, broth...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 460
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Pasta fagioli with cranberry beansViews: 2,610

This healthy Italian pasta calls for fresh cranberries (or Romaine beans), but you can also use dried beans if you soak them in water overnight. First, the beans...

Pasta, kale, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, San Marzano tomatoes, pancetta, rosemary...
Time: 2 hours 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 574
Categories: Main courses, .
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Sourdough bread stratum with tomatoes and herbsViews: 1,092

American strata casserole is reminiscent of a savory bread pudding with vegetables, and is loved primarily because it can be prepared using any ingredients on hand, even...

Sourdough bread, eggs, milk, kale, spinach, arugula, Parmesan cheese, fontina cheese, ground cayenne pepper, thyme...
Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Ravioli Alfredo with green peasViews: 2,384

If you're having ravioli for dinner, prepare them like Italian pasta, with a creamy Alfredo sauce, and even store-bought ravioli will turn into a delicious dish filled with a homey flavor. For...

Ravioli, peas, cream, parmesan cheese, nutmeg, parsley...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 537
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Large Italian-style cheese meatballsViews: 5,375
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These delicious and juicy ground beef meatballs are literally filled with cheese. First, grated Parmesan cheese is mixed into the ground beef, then each meatball is stuffed with a ball of bocconcini mozzarella, and then...

Italian bread, milk, eggs, ground beef, parsley, Parmesan cheese, garlic, red pepper flakes, mozzarella cheese, tomato puree, basil, ricotta cheese...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Chicken CacciatoreViews: 2 102

Chicken cacciatore is a simple Italian dish that you can make quickly with readily available ingredients. Chicken thighs are fried until crispy, then simmered with onions in...

Chicken thighs, flour, onion, rosemary, red pepper flakes, white wine, San Marzano tomatoes, polenta...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 695
Categories: Soups, Vegetables, Meat, With pasta, .
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Lasagna SoupViews: 5,077

This soup is quicker to prepare than traditional lasagna and is lighter, but it contains all the same ingredients that make it incredibly delicious. Lasagna noodles...

Lasagna pasta, onions, kupaty (frying sausages), pepperoni, garlic, oregano, tomato paste, broth, tomato puree, basil, Parmesan cheese, cream, ricotta cheese...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
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Pan-Fried Butternut Squash LasagnaViews: 1,416

This lasagna is completely meatless, but it's filled with gooey cheese and healthy pumpkin, and it cooks in just half an hour on the stovetop in just one pan. The sweet flavor of the butternut squash blends harmoniously with...

Butternut squash, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, rosemary, nutmeg, basil, lasagna pasta, mozzarella cheese...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 648
Butternut Squash RisottoViews: 1,662

Sweet butternut squash is a wonderful ingredient for a healthy vegetarian risotto. In addition to the sliced ​​squash, you'll also need starchy risotto rice, such as...

butternut squash, broth, butter, arborio rice, parmesan cheese, parsley...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4-6
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Risotto with mushrooms and pumpkinViews: 3,081

This velvety risotto features four types of mushrooms: porcini, shiitake, oyster mushrooms, and button mushrooms. The aroma is incredible! The rich flavor of the mushrooms is perfectly complemented by the sweet nutmeg...

Arborio rice, white wine, Gouda cheese, butternut squash, mushrooms, black pepper, bay leaf, cinnamon...
Time: 1 hour 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Fast food, Sandwiches, .
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Sandwiches with sopressataViews: 1 185

The sandwich is made with soppressata, provolone cheese, and fresh arugula. Everything is placed on a halved baguette and drizzled with a vinaigrette. The sandwich turns out very...

baguette, provolone cheese, soppressata, arugula...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Sub sandwich with fried mortadella and Muenster cheeseViews: 1,509

This juicy and filling sub sandwich is loaded with grilled mortadella bolognese, melted Muenster cheese, sweet fresh tomatoes, and crisp iceberg lettuce, topped with a mayo aioli sauce...

Mortadella sausage, Muenster cheese, salad tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, baguette, honey, aioli sauce, olives...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Campanelle pasta with corn, tomatoes and arugulaViews: 4,623

This simple Mediterranean-style pasta perfectly blends the sweet notes of corn and cherry tomatoes with the savory flavor of arugula and the tartness of goat cheese. Cherry tomatoes are sautéed alongside the corn...

Campanella pasta, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, arugula...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Author: - chef
Homemade Italian SoupViews: 5,850

This thick and hearty homemade Italian-style soup is packed with essential nutrients and healthy fiber. It includes spelt, white beans, and plenty of vegetables—onions, carrots,...

Leeks, carrots, fennel bulb, red pepper flakes, white beans, spelt, tomato pulp, broth, thyme, Parmesan cheese, sausage, kale, lemon juice...
Time: 2 hours 10 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4-6
Categories: Fast food, Pizza, Bakery, .
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Pizza alla vodkaViews: 6,448

The main ingredients of this simple yet delicious pizza are vodka sauce and cheese—or, more precisely, three types of cheese—Pecorino Romano, mozzarella, and Parmesan—to make the pizza incredibly flavorful and...

Yeast dough, onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, tomato pulp, cream, vodka, Pecorino Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, basil...
Time: 3 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8-12
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Clams stewed with kale and polenta garnishViews: 1 115

The boiled log is served with a meat sauce that harmoniously blends vegetables and shellfish. The meat base is made from ground raw Italian sausage (choose spicy or...

shellfish, polenta, rapini, kupaty (fried sausages), grape tomatoes, white wine...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 468
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - TV chef
Orzo Pasta Salad with Zucchini and MintViews: 1,788

This salad contains only four main ingredients, but it will captivate you with its extraordinary flavor. The base is cooked orzo pasta, and sautéed zucchini adds juiciness and...

orzo pasta, feta cheese, yellow zucchini, mint...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 249
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Gnocchi with wild mushroom ragoutViews: 1 178

Boiled Italian gnocchi are served with a stunning wild mushroom ragout, which imbues the dish with a rich, multifaceted flavor. This recipe uses store-bought or pre-cooked gnocchi...

Gnocchi (dumplings), honey mushrooms, champignon mushrooms, mushrooms, white wine, San Marzano tomatoes, bay leaf, coriander, red pepper flakes, fennel seeds, thyme...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 412
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Risotto with corn and mushroomsViews: 5,534

This risotto is bursting with the rich flavors of corn and shiitake mushrooms. Short-grain arborio rice soaks up the dry white wine and corn broth like a sponge, infusing it with a subtle sweetness and...

Arborio rice, white wine, Parmesan cheese, shallots, shiitake mushrooms, corn, bacon...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 627
Author: - chef
Profiteroles with chocolate sauceViews: 5 357
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Airy, crisp on the outside, and hollow on the inside, profiteroles are the perfect ice cream shell. Ice cream is spooned into halved profiteroles, topped with the other half, and...

Butter, premium flour, eggs, cinnamon, ice cream, semisweet chocolate, dark chocolate, cream, syrup...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: average Servings: 8-12

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