Italian Cuisine Recipes

The harmonious combination of French salad dressing and Italian dish will impress pasta lovers. The sauce is an essential component of lasagna recipes and is most often made from...

Familiar stuffed vegetables can be prepared with an unusual twist that will change your perception of a familiar dish. The highlight of this recipe is Pecorino Romano, a hard, salty cheese, one of...

Pizza is undoubtedly one of the most popular and beloved dishes. Although everyone considers pizza an Italian dish, the Italians borrowed it from the Greeks, who baked it seasoned with herbs and...

This juicy and delicious pasta with vegetables and cheese was created by Italian-American chef and host of "Giada at Home," Giada De Laurentiis. It's quick and easy to prepare and can be served...

A simple yet incredibly delicious recipe. The herb blend pairs wonderfully with the fish without overpowering its flavor. Mint adds a touch of freshness, while salt and pepper accentuate...

Fragrant Italian focaccia bread is a lighter version of pizza. To make it even easier, use ready-made pizza dough. Brush it with aromatic olive oil...

An incredibly delicious and healthy salad of olives, capers, and tomatoes in a fragrant dressing that's impossible not to fall in love with. Despite each ingredient having its own distinct flavor and...

Eggplants are a staple in Mediterranean cuisine. Stuffed eggplant is one of the most popular dishes in Italy, so every region, including Calabria, has developed its own...

Eggplant dishes are present in many national cuisines. Eggplant, also known as the "vegetable of longevity," is recommended for heart and vascular problems. Crispy eggplant with cheese...

This unusual dish originated in Italy. According to popular belief, its first recipes date back to the 8th century. Like any dish, Parmesan cheese can have several variations, but it always...

Pan-fried and then baked eggplant with Parmesan cheese is a delicious dish. This Italian sauce recipe is simplified, so you'll enjoy the flavors faster.

Italian cuisine is widespread throughout the world. Eggplant cannelloni, small eggplant rolls stuffed with cheese and topped with a delicious marinara sauce, are also a favorite.

A classic of Italian cuisine. The recipe isn't too complicated, and you can make this delicious and healthy vegetarian dish for dinner any day. Delicious, juicy, tender, and impressive...

Orzo pasta, a coarse rice-like pasta, is perfect for hearty pasta salads. Toss it with arugula, basil, dried cherries, feta cheese, and pine nuts, and...

Traditional Italian focaccia bread is considered the ancestor of pizza. Their recipes are similar, but focaccia's filling is less rich. It typically consists of spices or ingredients that are simply...

This is a new take on sangria: a beloved Spanish drink, made cold in a blender with frozen red wine cubes. Daiquiri will have a new rival—this sangria will be your...

If you love the Italian dessert tiramisu and banana pudding, you'll definitely love this combination. Make a creamy pudding and mascarpone cream and pour it over coffee-soaked...

Since sangria is a folk drink and was invented by peasants who, during the fruit harvest, would throw pieces of fruit into their wineskins, dilute it with water, and thus quench their thirst,...

These burgers will change the way you think about sandwiches, as they're made without buns or bread. Mix ground lamb with pecorino cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, then wrap...

Focaccia is an Italian flatbread made from yeast dough. It can be served as an appetizer or used as sandwich bread. Focaccia with tomatoes is somewhat reminiscent of pizza, but...

This recipe produces mackerel that's juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The fish, drenched in a zesty spice blend, is perfectly complemented by the deep, complex flavor of the pesto. The amount of sauce will likely be...

Give grilled tuna steaks an Italian-inspired riot of flavor by rubbing them with a fragrant rub of lemon zest, garlic, and herbs, with fragrant rosemary reigning supreme. On...

Some people are put off by oysters not primarily because of their delicacy, but because they are traditionally eaten raw. If you're one of them, here's a recipe that will conquer your fears. Additional...

Make a light, beautiful, and refreshing sparkling cocktail with rosé wine, lemonade, and grapefruit bitters. For mixing, it's best to use sweet lemonade or Italian soda—a mixture...

The Negroni cocktail is named after the Italian Count Camillo Negroni, who invented it. Traditionally, the drink consists of gin, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters, garnished with a wedge of...

Italian pesto sauce made with basil, cheese, pine nuts, and olive oil has such a vibrant flavor and aroma that it can transform any simple dish into a true culinary delight. Fry...

A spritzer, or schorle, is traditionally a cocktail made from wine and sparkling water. This drink is especially popular in Europe, where it is consumed primarily in the summer as a refreshing and...

Tuscan-style oysters are prepared using ingredients typical of Mediterranean cuisine. Grill them and top them with crispy toasted Italian pancetta and a fragrant...

Two hearty dishes combined into one complete meal—this new and exciting variation will be a hit with guests. With every bite, you can enjoy both the delicious meatloaf and the cheesy lasagna with sauce.

Polenta—an Italian thick corn porridge—is great because it pairs well with almost any dish: meat, vegetables, seafood. If you have leftover polenta from the day before, it...

Grill or pan-fry chicken breasts and serve with a spinach, pine nut, and Parmesan pesto sauce. This sauce is creamier and milder in flavor than traditional...

Make homemade focaccia bread using this Italian recipe and you'll have an Italian-style sandwich with grilled chicken and a spinach-and-marinated artichoke spread. Focaccia is an Italian...

Make a lazy cake with shortbread cookies, soft cheese, and limoncello-infused raspberries. This dessert is quick and easy to make, requiring no baking or special culinary skills. Puree the raspberries with...

Prepare the signature cocktail of Scarpetta, a trendy Italian restaurant in the US. The cocktail's vibrant flavor is made from vermouth, liqueurs, and citrus juice, which pair perfectly with the tart bourbon.

Muffuletta is a sandwich made from a round muffuletta bread with a diameter of 22-25 cm, filled with olive salad, salami, martella sausage, capicola ham and cheese...

Fra Diavolo, which translates from Italian as "Brother Devil," is a spicy Italian seafood pasta. It's named after the Italian bandit hero Michele Pezza, nicknamed...

A very simple dessert, but only suitable for adults due to the use of white wine and cognac. Grilling the peaches slightly caramelizes them, bringing out their flavor even more...

Grilled corn is a simple yet incredibly delicious dish. The corn, while less juicy than boiled, is still very firm and flavorful. The sauce adds juiciness and a unique flavor...

This Italian cocktail with a refined taste and subtle aroma of peach and Prosecco wine was invented at the beginning of the 20th century in the famous Venetian establishment "Bar Harry" and named by its owner in honor of...

A Schorle is a summer refreshing drink, typically a mixture of wine or juice and sparkling water. Mix orange juice with mineral water and add a spicy twist of liqueur to the cocktail...

A late breakfast on a lounge chair is accompanied by this long drink. A popular Italian cocktail, it's an official member of the International Bartenders Association and named after the painter...

If you're a fan of the frozen Margarita, you'll definitely love this lime-flavored granita. Combine the main ingredients: tequila, lime juice, triple sec, add sugar...

A stunning summer Italian salad, Panzanella consists of pieces of stale bread, ripe, juicy vegetables, and dressing. Traditionally, Panzanella in Italy was made only with onions, which were dressed...

Appetizing and aromatic grilled plums are the perfect complement to a scoop of gelato, an Italian low-fat ice cream. You can substitute any other gelato you like...

Make a bright, light, and healthy dessert with a grilled fruit salad. To prevent the fruit and berries from turning to mush, choose firm, slightly underripe ones. Grill them until...

Piadina is an Italian flatbread, baked or grilled. In the Emilia-Romagna region, it's a popular fast food, served at numerous street vendors.

What could be more Italian than Caprese salad? Fresh, aromatic basil, tender mozzarella, and sun-ripened tomatoes create not only the unique flavor of a traditional...

Classic Bolognese sauce, or Ragù alla Bolognese as it's called in Italy, is a meat ragù served with lasagna or pasta. It makes the dish very filling and incredibly delicious.

Minestrone soup, which means "big soup" in Italian, is one of Italy's oldest dishes. It was prepared as far back as Ancient Rome. Since minestrone was considered a poor man's dish,...

Panzanella is a summer Italian bread salad that dates back to the Middle Ages. However, until the early 20th century, it was prepared exclusively with onions dressed with vinegar, oil, and...