Italian Cuisine Recipes

Large pasta shells stuffed with ricotta and spinach and baked in tomato sauce are a classic of Italian home cooking. Add plenty of aromatic, succulent herbs to the filling, and don't skimp...

Spinach ravioli make a wonderful appetizer for home parties. Boil them, then fry them until crispy, thread them onto skewers like lollipops, dip them in pesto sauce, and...

Gnudi are round Italian dumplings made with ricotta and spinach. They are lighter and airier than gnocchi and are sometimes called "naked ravioli," meaning the ravioli filling is missing the dough.

A calzone is a completely enclosed Italian pizza. Making it is no more difficult than a regular pizza: simply spread the filling on one half of the rolled-out dough, cover it with the other half,...

Large pasta shells stuffed with spinach, mushrooms, and cheese are simmered in a tomato-cream vodka sauce with grated cheese. If you don't have time to make your own sauce, use your own...

Italian pasta can be delicious even without chicken, fish, or any other protein, as long as you have a great sauce. Rachel Ray suggests making a stunning tomato sauce with butter and...

For a big Sunday dinner, prepare this Italian beef braciole with spinach, eggs, raisins, pine nuts, and Parmesan. The braise is simmered in a tomato sauce with Italian...

Spinach and artichokes are a perfect combination, and they find a perfect match in this calzone filling. To make these Italian pastries quickly, buy frozen, unbaked dinner rolls...

Pasta Alfredo in a wonderful creamy Parmesan sauce becomes even more filling and delicious when served as a casserole. Fried mushrooms and spinach add a touch of richness, and a sprinkle of coarse breadcrumbs...

Italian coffee granita with liqueur is a wonderful way to refresh and unwind. This dessert is lighter than ice cream and perfect for finishing a large festive dinner. Serve the granita...

Beef short ribs are richly seasoned and perfect for braising. Braise them in the oven in a spicy arrabbiata sauce with red wine and mushrooms. Serve with tender...

This super-tasty, juicy, and rich lasagna is filled with a thick, meaty sauce made from ground pork and sweet Italian sausage, along with three types of cheese: mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta. It's incredibly...

"My mom had a few tried-and-true recipes for holiday dinners, and this pasta was always a hit," shares recipe author Stephen Jackson. "It's one of my favorite dishes, thanks to...

The easiest way to deliciously use kale is to sauté it with garlic in olive oil and toss it with pasta. The result is a healthy, juicy, fiber-rich pasta that adds even more...

Use frozen artichokes and green peas in this pasta recipe and enjoy the amazing spring flavor all year round. And the salty pieces of prosciutto make a wonderful addition...

Prepare spaghetti in cacciatore sauce, or hunter's style. This dish combines the richest and most flavorful ingredients: mushrooms, fried bacon, tomatoes, red peppers, Parmesan, and oregano. Paired with...

Italian pasta alla vodka is pasta in a delicious sauce of tomatoes, cream, and vodka, which helps harmoniously bind the first two ingredients and gives the dish a light, piquant flavor. In this...

This Italian bread salad, panzanella, features juicy tomatoes, baby kale, crisp celery, egg, green onions, and capers, dressed with a red wine vinegar and mustard vinaigrette.

Rigatoni pasta is served in a savory tomato sauce with spicy Italian sausage and a topping of crispy oven-baked mushrooms. Its tubular shape and ribbed surface make it...

This pasta in a light tomato sauce with vegetables, pepperoni, and mozzarella is quick and easy to make and perfect for a midweek dinner. Sweet peppers complement the tartness perfectly...

Homemade ricotta and walnut ravioli are served in a brown butter dressing with arugula and Parmesan. The succulent peppery greens lighten the richness of these ravioli, and their nutty flavor...

Experience the harmonious combination of tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries in this light spring dessert, a pleasant refreshment after a hearty holiday dinner. Granita is one of...

Simmer beef in a slow cooker with tomatoes, herbs, mushrooms, garlic, and marinated pepperoncini peppers, then serve Italian-style with creamy polenta. The advantage...

This fluffy potato pie, filled with gooey cheese and sweet peppers, can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or vegetarian main course when paired with a light green salad. For...

Pan-fry pork tenderloin until nicely crispy to seal in all the juices, then bake it with cherry tomatoes, raisins, garlic, pine nuts, and a layer of grated cheese, like...

This adult dessert was created specifically for St. Patrick's Day, but it's also perfect for a hot summer day. Iced coffee with a refreshing scoop of mint ice cream and a splash of Irish whiskey...

Want your homemade mushroom broth to be as flavorful and rich as possible? Make it using several types of mushrooms. This recipe uses perhaps the most aromatic varieties: portobello...

This succulent lasagna is made with leftover roast turkey—a great way to treat your loved ones to a new dish the day after a big party. Serve with homemade tomato sauce and fried...

Garlic makes a budget-friendly yet delicious Mediterranean-style appetizer. Simply roast a whole head of garlic, then crush the softened cloves to create a flavorful...

Even in winter, you can make a budget-friendly risotto with seasonal vegetables—onions and carrots—that will give it a truly elegant Italian flavor. Before adding the vegetables to the risotto, roast them in the oven...

This warm salad of roasted grape tomatoes and toasted bread is a cozy, comforting take on summer panzanella. Add garlic and oregano for a zesty flavor. Toss the pieces...

Make these miniature sandwiches (sliders) using polenta slices instead of traditional bread rolls. The polenta, tomatoes, and onions are baked together in the oven, which saves time and helps enhance the flavor...

A flavorful tomato sauce with olives makes the perfect base for this simple fried egg dish, which is cooked on the stovetop, covered, to ensure the egg is perfectly set and...

Pignoli are Sicilian almond cookies filled with pine nuts. They are especially popular in Italy at Christmas and during the winter holidays. They are easy to make, and their nutty flavor is refreshingly citrusy...

Quick pickled vegetables are a great appetizer to have on hand for your next meal or drink. Who can resist the savory taste of pickled garlic or carrots? Just chop the vegetables...

The popular Italian pasta penne alla vodka meets a Bloody Mary in this flavorful tomato and vodka dish with celery, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce. By igniting the alcohol in a frying pan,...

The star of this vegetable stew isn't the eggplant, traditional for Sicilian caponata, but the bell pepper. Roast it until blackened, then remove the charred skin, toss the tender peppers with raisins,...

Sweet butternut squash and salty, crunchy pieces of pancetta meet in this pasta for a unique and unusual combination. The pumpkin isn't added in the usual chunks, but...

Enjoy the combination of savory and sweet in this pizza with pepperoni sausage and spicy pickled peppers. Hot honey enhances their savory flavor while adding a touch of...

If canned tuna is your main ingredient today, make it into an elegant dinner that's even perfect for serving to guests. It's a great alternative to tuna salad (goodbye...

This unique appetizer is made with all the ingredients of a classic Reuben sandwich: thinly sliced ​​beef, melty cheese, sauerkraut, and a flavorful dressing of mayonnaise, ketchup, and horseradish.

Ragù, a stew prepared in northern Italy, is renowned for its heartiness and is made primarily with meat and a small amount of tomatoes. This recipe follows the Italian tradition, using beef...

Roasted broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, and mozzarella are a wonderful combination for pasta. It's sauce-free, but coated in the aromatic oil from a jar of sun-dried tomatoes. And reserve some of the starchy cooking water...

Lentils typically play a starring role in side dishes, but in this dish they play a secondary, yet no less important role: together with the fried pancetta, they imbue the pasta with a rich, full-bodied flavor and...

Pasta with mussels and shrimp in a light tomato sauce with celery is packed with a gamut of flavors, with spicy notes of chili and the subtle tartness of dry white wine. The seafood is ready in just a few...

Ossobuco is a home-style Italian dish at its best, but it's also elegant enough for a festive table. A classic side dish for ossobuco is a rich, creamy saffron risotto.

This salad is made with the fillings of the New Orleans muffuletta sandwich: pickled vegetables, olives, cheese, and deli meats. The addition of boiled tortellini and cheese makes it very filling and nutritious.

These miniature bread rolls are packed with all the flavors of the popular New Orleans muffuletta sandwich. Soft, pliable white sandwich bread is best for making these rolls.

Beautifully seared meatballs are simmered in marinara sauce and served over cooked pasta. And inside each meatball is a surprise: gooey mozzarella in the center, so serve them hot. Excellent...