Italian Cuisine Recipes


Author: - TV chef
Panzanella in tomato bowlsViews: 1,934

Panzanella is the simplest and most delicious Italian summer salad. Sweet ripe tomatoes, crisp, aromatic onions, a tangy olive oil and vinegar dressing, and pieces of stale bread...

tomatoes, red onion, wine vinegar, white bread...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 244
Categories: Sauces, .
Author: - famous chef
Tomato sauce from baked tomatoesViews: 6,534

Roasted tomatoes give the sauce a deeper, richer flavor. Add onions, garlic, and herbs to the tomatoes, and you've got a truly amazing sauce! Slowly roast everything in the oven, then...

plum tomatoes, onions, garlic, oregano, thyme, white wine, black pepper...
Time: 2 hours 55 minutes Complexity: easily Quantity: 4 tbsp.
Basil GnocchiViews: 3,751
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Italian gnocchi are so delicious and versatile that they should definitely become part of your diet. They can be made in large quantities and frozen, and then re-boiled as needed...

Mashed potatoes, eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, premium flour, pine nuts, shallots, garlic, white wine, tomatoes, gnocchi, basil...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: average Servings: 4
Author: - restaurateur
Risotto with grilled cornViews: 3,993

Italian risotto stands out from other rice dishes with its creamy texture and delicate, buttery flavor, which is complemented by other ingredients. For example, try risotto with baby corn,...

Corn, butter, fennel bulb, onion, arborio rice, white wine, parmesan cheese...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: average Servings: 4-6
Categories: Desserts, Cakes, .
Author: - chef
Chocolate cake with cream cheese frosting and caramelized nutsViews: 18,330

A wonderful dessert without being overly sweet, with a perfect combination of flavors and textures. To ensure the caramel hardens properly, you may need to cook the syrup a little longer than 8 minutes, until it...

Cake mix, hazelnuts, mascarpone cheese, dark chocolate, orange zest, cream...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: average Servings: 8
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Author: - chef
Creamy orzo pasta with green peas and hamViews: 6,974

Risotto is a rice dish cooked to a porridge-like consistency. Once the risotto becomes creamy, Parmesan cheese, vegetables, and meat are added. This recipe's delicate texture is achieved by...

Orzo pasta, prosciutto, peas, cherry tomatoes, shallots, Parmesan cheese, eggs, basil...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Fish, .
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Spaghetti and scallops simmered in marinara sauceViews: 12,827

This dish is perfect for both a family dinner and a group meal. This pasta is quick and easy to prepare, and the results exceed all expectations. The scallops give the sauce a distinct...

Spaghetti pasta, scallops, garlic, red pepper flakes, tomatoes, marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese, basil...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 449
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Spaghetti with tomatoes, olives and capersViews: 6,761

A rich yet light dish with a near-perfect combination of olives, capers, and basil. The base of marinara sauce (fresh tomatoes and garlic) takes on a whole new life...

Spaghetti pasta, bucatini pasta, capers, garlic, red pepper flakes, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, olives, basil...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 660
Categories: Bakery, Bread, Appetizers, Snacks, .
Potato focaccia with thymeViews: 2,680

Delicious Italian focaccia makes a unique appetizer or bread substitute. This recipe adds boiled potatoes to the dough, creating a soft, tender texture. The crispy crust...

potatoes, yeast dough, parmesan cheese, tomatoes, flaked sea salt, thyme...
Time: 3 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Appetizers, Sandwiches, .
Author: - culinary writer
BruschettaViews: 47,939

Bruschetta, an Italian appetizer, is a vast array of mini-salads served on toasted slices of bread. These include vegetables, meat, and seafood, all prepared in such a way that...

baguette, grape tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, basil...
Time: 1 hour 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Author: - famous chef
Ravioli with mushrooms, eggplant and goat cheeseViews: 4,023

Like any Italian pasta, ravioli pairs beautifully with vegetables. But instead of a vegetable sauce, serve them with finely chopped stewed eggplant and tomatoes. Flavorful eggplant is perfect...

Ravioli, eggplant, mushrooms, tomatoes, goat cheese, basil...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Desserts, Fruits, Salads, Fruit, .
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Caprese Salad with PeachesViews: 4 303

A culinary symbol of Italy, Caprese salad is a platter of sliced ​​tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves, drizzled with olive oil. Italians are unlikely to be offended if you add...

Peaches, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, basil...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Desserts, Cakes, .
Tiramisu with root beerViews: 2,713

Root beer, popular in North America, and a beloved Italian dessert combine in this recipe with a delightful result. If desired, top the dessert with chocolate shavings. Worth...

Root beer, mascarpone cheese, sponge cookies, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cream, syrup, caramel...
Time: 1 hour. plus setting time Complexity: easily Servings: 8 - 10
Categories: Appetizers, Canapes, Cheese, .
Author: - author of cookbooks
Bruschetta with figs, ricotta cheese and hamViews: 12,840

While there are countless ways to prepare bruschetta, this version of the traditional Italian appetizer deserves special attention. The slight bitterness of the arugula and the crispiness of the baguette with high-quality...

baguette, figs, ricotta cheese, dry-cured ham, prosciutto, arugula...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 15 pcs.
Categories: Appetizers, Canapes, Cheese, .
Author: - famous chef
Crostini with figs, honey ricotta and hazelnutsViews: 5 214

Crostini are a traditional Italian appetizer that's perfect for a picnic. It's best to assemble them just before eating to prevent the bread from getting soggy. Orange zest is...

baguette, figs, strawberries, ricotta cheese, oranges, hazelnuts, honey...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Author: - famous chef
Panini with mozzarella and olive tapenadeViews: 5,649
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These small sandwiches, or panini as they're called in Italy, are sure to impress anyone who tries them. Their melt-in-your-mouth olive tapenade makes them irresistible...

White bread, tapenade (olive paste), olives, mozzarella cheese, garlic, thyme, anchovies...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 5 sandwiches
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Baked Zucchini with Parmesan CrustViews: 30,787

A less greasy and easier-to-make alternative to French fries is baked zucchini with Parmesan cheese. These crispy sticks can be served with your favorite dip or, for example, topped with cheese sauce. Here...

zucchini, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Pasta casserole with bacon and eggplantViews: 2,269

Italians adore pasta, eating it as a main dish, adding it to salads, and even baking it. When baking, they typically use generous amounts of mozzarella cheese, known for its soft texture...

eggplant, bacon, cavatappi pasta, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, marinara sauce, pancetta...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Grilled Eggplant Cheese SandwichViews: 1,658

Eggplant dishes are a favorite among many cooks for their ease and speed of preparation. Some dislike them for their bitterness, but simply sprinkling the slices with salt to release the salt will prevent the bitterness...

Eggplant, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, rye bread, balsamic vinegar, garlic, basil...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Desserts, Cookie, .
PanforteViews: 2 233

Panforte is a traditional Italian Christmas treat. It can be compared to gingerbread, a pie, or a soft kozinaki. Panforte was first baked in a monastery in Siena at the beginning of the last...

Premium flour, candied fruit, hazelnuts, almonds, raisins, cocoa, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, honey...
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Categories: Bakery, Bread, .
Homemade ciabattaViews: 11 222
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Surprisingly, the most popular Italian bread is only a little over 35 years old. Its production began in the early 1980s with the goal of relegating the French baguette to second place in Italy. And not...

ciabatta bread, premium flour, yeast dough, milk...
Time: 40 min. plus fermentation time
Categories: Desserts, Cakes, .
Author: - singer, author of cookbooks
Cake with Italian curd creamViews: 3,341
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This incredibly delicious white cream cheese frosting is a worthy alternative to chocolate frosting. Cream cheese frosting not only has a delicate flavor, but also...

All-purpose flour, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, pecans, coconut flakes, sour milk, eggs...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
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Fried Eggplant SaladViews: 2,988

A fresh, vibrant, and delicious Italian salad featuring grilled eggplant, tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. It's super easy to make and perfect for those who...

eggplant, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, wine vinegar, oregano, basil...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Oven-baked eggplants with cheeseViews: 6 162

A cheesy, chewy, and hearty Italian dish, "eggplant parmesan" features fried eggplant slices baked in a tomato sauce with mozzarella and Parmesan. It's perfect for...

Eggplant, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, tomato paste, parsley, basil...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
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Breaded eggplants baked in tomato sauceViews: 8 257

Eggplant Parmesan is a delicious and juicy Italian dish, very similar to lasagna, but with eggplant replacing the pasta. In the classic version, the eggplant is pan-fried,...

Eggplant, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, red pepper flakes, basil...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8 Caloric content: 431
Author: - chef
Grilled Eggplant SaladViews: 4,929

Just slightly shift the emphasis of the dish by adding goat cheese and pine nuts, and its benefits increase exponentially. Goat cheese is much easier to digest than cow's cheese, it's more nutritious, and...

eggplant, goat cheese, pine nuts, balsamic vinegar, mint...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Author: - chef
Pasta with eggplantViews: 2,824
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Trenette pasta, made from durum wheat, is a handmade noodle that can contain black pepper and is perfect for delicate spring sauces. The classic combination of trenette and Ligurian pesto sauce...

Egg noodles, pesto sauce, eggplant, zucchini, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, basil...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Appetizers, Sandwiches, .
Toasts in the ovenViews: 92,769

Crostini are a very popular Italian toast. They're essentially toasted croutons, sometimes seasoned with spices and various toppings, meant to remain crispy to prevent the sandwich from becoming soggy.

focaccia bread, croutons, toast...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 24 toasts
Categories: Appetizers, Vegetables, .
Author: - famous chef
Eggplant and zucchini rolls with cheeseViews: 2,322

These delicious rolls can be served as a main course or side dish. The minty notes blend harmoniously with the other ingredients, adding a touch of freshness. Instead of baking zucchini and eggplant...

Eggplant, zucchini, tomato sauce, panko breadcrumbs, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, chili pepper, nutmeg, mint, basil...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Author: - culinary writer
Pasta with breaded eggplantViews: 2,794

An inexpensive Italian dish that will delight you with its ease of preparation and delicious flavor. If desired, you can add cooked chicken to the eggplant pasta. Also...

eggplant, rigatoni pasta, tomato sauce, parmesan cheese, parsley...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Bakery, Pies, Bread, .
Focaccia with onions and rosemaryViews: 5,094
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Focaccia is a flat Italian bread baked in an oven, similar in appearance and texture to pizza dough. Focaccia was made as far back as Ancient Rome, but today its origins are primarily associated with...

Focaccia bread, yeast dough, semolina, flaked sea salt, red onion, rosemary...
Time: 4 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 12 - 16
Categories: Fast food, Pizza, Bakery, Pies, buns, .
Author: - restaurateur
Eggplant Calzone PizzaViews: 5,015

A calzone is an Italian crescent-shaped pie with a filling inside, which is actually a type of pizza. Traditionally, calzones are baked in an oven and filled with mozzarella,...

Yeast dough, eggplant, prosciutto, fried tomatoes, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, red pepper flakes, parsley, oregano, rosemary, basil...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 - 4
Author: - culinary writer
Crostata with peaches and plumsViews: 5 702
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Crostata is one of the oldest Italian pastries, dating back to the Middle Ages, when peasants baked open pies with a variety of fillings, depending on the season. Hot summers...

premium flour, orange juice, peaches, plums, blueberries...
Time: 1 hour 55 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6
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Eggplant sandwichViews: 3,465

This moist sandwich is inspired by Italian cuisine, with eggplant pairing beautifully with basil and tomato sauce. An eggplant sandwich makes a great mid-day snack.

Sandwich buns, eggplant, tomato sauce, marinara sauce, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, provolone cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, oregano, thyme, basil...
Time: 1 hour 50 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 4 sandwiches
Categories: Appetizers, Vegetables, .
Author: - chef
Stuffed peppers with eggplantsViews: 6,376
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The amazing taste and beautiful appearance of fungetto (Italian for "small mushroom") sets this dish apart from others. Stuffed peppers are a favorite dish in many countries, making home cooking a vibrant...

Bell pepper, eggplant, tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, olives, capers...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Author: - chef
Angel Hair Eggplant CasseroleViews: 4,396

Italian pasta with eggplant, ground beef, marinara sauce, and mozzarella makes the perfect filling for a delicious quiche. Prepare each ingredient separately: boil the capellini,...

Eggplant, ground turkey, puff pastry, red wine, marinara sauce, red pepper flakes, Parmesan cheese, capellini pasta, garlic...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
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Eggplant casserole in the ovenViews: 7,490

Although we call Italian gnocchi dumplings, they are still considered pasta. And like any pasta, they pair beautifully with any sauces and vegetables. Besides the fact that gnocchi can be simply...

Eggplant, gnocchi, marinara sauce, provolone cheese, red pepper flakes, oregano, basil...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 346
Author: - chef
Focaccia panini with brie and prosciuttoViews: 5,046

This Italian panini with melon and prosciutto is just what you've been looking for if you appreciate fresh, juicy vegetables, heartiness, and an interesting, multifaceted flavor in your sandwiches. This warm, pressed sandwich combines...

Focaccia bread, Brie cheese, tapenade (olive paste), cantaloupe, prosciutto, arugula...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 sandwich
Categories: Sauces, Dips, .
Author: - culinary writer
Roasted eggplant caponataViews: 5,294

Caponata is a traditional Sicilian vegetable stew made with eggplant, simmered with various vegetables and spices. But the dish becomes healthier if you prepare it according to this recipe. Instead of frying or...

Eggplant, eggplant caviar, sweet pepper, pine nuts, tomato paste, wine vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, garlic, parsley, olives, capers...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Categories: Bakery, Bread, .
Author: - chef
Focaccia with olivesViews: 5 172
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The famous Italian flatbread, foccacia, has spread throughout the world. Originally invented by rural dwellers to save food, it has since gained popularity thanks to its flavor and long shelf life.

Focaccia bread, yeast dough, premium flour, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, olives, rosemary...
Time: 1 hour 50 min.
Categories: Grill, Vegetables, fruits, .
Grilled asparagusViews: 4,346

Italian gremolata is a very simple, yet delicious and aromatic condiment made with fresh ingredients. Traditionally, it consists of chopped parsley, garlic, and lemon zest, but you can adjust the flavors to suit your taste...

asparagus, lemon zest, breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Appetizers, Vegetables, .
Author: - chef
Eggplant rollsViews: 6 204

Eggplant rollatini is a common dish in southern cuisines. They come with a wide variety of fillings! Italian rollatini are typically filled with soft cheese, sprinkled with Parmesan, drizzled with tomato sauce...

Eggplant, tomatoes, tomato sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, celery, carrots, bay leaf, basil...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Soups, Vegetables, .
Eggplant soupViews: 2,344
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Eggplants are great not only in main courses or appetizers; they also make equally delicious soups, which take on a subtle mushroom flavor. This thick, rich soup combines all the ingredients...

Eggplant, San Marzano tomatoes, pancetta, pasta, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, pesto sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic, parsley, basil...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 10 - 12
Author: - famous chef
Eggplant Parma styleViews: 3,486

Along with lasagna, Eggplant Parmesan is considered the most popular Italian layered casserole, beloved not only in Italy but around the world. The eggplants are pre-breaded and...

Eggplant, sweet pepper, plum tomatoes, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, fontina cheese, pecorino romano cheese, breadcrumbs, red pepper flakes, oregano, thyme, basil...
Time: 1 hour 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 - 12

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