Italian Cuisine Recipes


Categories: Fast food, Pizza, Bakery, Pies, .
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Stromboli with mortadellaViews: 507

Despite its convoluted name, stromboli is a pizza rolled into a roll. The preparation method is very simple: all the ingredients are placed on a rolled-out pizza dough, which is then...

Yeast dough, Swiss cheese, mortadella sausage, tomato paste, olives, basil...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 704
Categories: Desserts, Cookie, .
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Hazelnut Moccaccino BiscottiViews: 522

If you're looking for the perfect cookie to dip in your coffee or tea, look no further than biscotti! These cookies are double-baked, making them crisp and crunchy. If you plan to serve them with...

premium flour, hazelnuts, cocoa, coffee, eggs...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 30 Caloric content: 108
Categories: Sauces, Dips, Gas stations, .
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Mixed greens pestoViews: 707

This pesto combines the vibrant flavor and aroma of fragrant basil with parsley, oregano, and thyme. Puree all ingredients in a blender or food processor and use immediately. It's perfect...

basil, walnuts, pesto sauce, parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 Caloric content: 799
Author: - chef
Italian-Style Baked BeansViews: 733

Baked beans (or baked beans) aren't a traditional Italian dish, but Giada De Laurentiis loves to prepare them with a subtle twist of the flavors of her native Italy. Instead of the usual bacon, she...

Cannellini beans, molasses, balsamic vinegar, dark beer, tomato sauce, pancetta, bacon...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 562
Categories: Soups, Vegetables, .
Author: - culinary writer
Tuscan Bean Soup with KaleViews: 1,484

This simple and hearty white bean, kale, and tomato soup is quick and easy to make and packed with the delicious flavors of an Italian dish. This recipe uses both tomatoes and...

White beans, tomatoes, white wine, Parmesan cheese, kale, basil, tomato paste, oregano...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 341
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Grilled Chicken and Pesto SandwichesViews: 1,372

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of an Italian-inspired chicken sandwich. Grilled chicken breast, rubbed with fennel and red pepper, is served on a crispy bun with sweet tomatoes, aromatic...

chicken cutlets, fennel seeds, pesto sauce, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 575
Categories: Fast food, Sandwiches, .
Author: - chef
Crispy Chicken SandwichesViews: 1,064

These kid-friendly sandwiches are made with crispy lemon-curd-marinated chicken, crispy prosciutto slices, refreshing pesto mayo, and gooey mozzarella cheese on top.

Chicken cutlets, dry-cured ham, prosciutto, breadcrumbs, sour milk, grape seed oil, sandwich buns, mozzarella cheese, arugula...
Time: 6 hours 30 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1098
Categories: Appetizers, Fish, .
Author: - chef
Asparagus with smoked salmonViews: 716

This light appetizer is perfect as a side dish for dinner or as a pleasant addition to brunch, and it's quick and easy to prepare. Wrap each roasted asparagus stalk in a thin...

asparagus, smoked salmon, rosemary...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 79
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Meatball sandwich in a bread bowlViews: 495

Meatball sandwich, garlic bread, pizza… The flavors of all these Italian favorites mingle in one bread bowl filled with gooey cheese and meatballs in tomato marinara sauce. To make the bread...

White bread, ground beef, meatballs, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, marinara sauce...
Time: 2 hours 10 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 586
Categories: Appetizers, With sauces, Meat, .
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Spaghetti with meatballs on skewersViews: 618

Spaghetti with meatballs in a rich tomato sauce is a popular Italian dish for Sunday family dinner. But you can also easily turn it into an appetizer for a house party with friends:...

meatballs, marinara sauce...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Playa Club SandwichViews: 540

This triple-decker turkey sandwich with crispy fried pancetta is packed with a ton of flavor, with savory, spicy, and sweet notes. The star ingredient is homemade arugula and dried arugula pesto...

Turkey, bun, lettuce, pancetta, bacon, pesto sauce, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, arugula, basil...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1579
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Hoagie sandwichViews: 509

According to the owner of Denver butcher Il Porcellino Salumi, to fully enjoy the flavor of his signature sandwich, you need to layer the meats in a specific order:...

ciabatta bread, ham, capicola, soppressata, romaine lettuce, wine vinegar, aioli...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 225
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Lasagna with sausage and sweet pepper in a bread panViews: 570

This easy version of sausage and bell pepper lasagna takes just 15 minutes of effort to make and will be on the table within an hour. You can also assemble it ahead of time and store it in...

lasagna pasta, sausage, spinach, sweet pepper, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 387
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, Fish, .
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Linguine with clams and pancettaViews: 536

How do you improve an already delicious pasta, linguine with clams? Add pork! More specifically, pancetta, an Italian variety of bacon. Pancetta adds another layer of flavor and aroma to this...

Linguine pasta, clams, white wine, lemon juice, anchovies, red pepper flakes, garlic, pancetta...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 640
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Linguine with sausage and mushroomsViews: 418

To add a more complex and deep flavor to this pasta, use several types of mushrooms, such as button mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, or shiitake mushrooms. They perfectly complement the natural Italian sausage in...

Linguine pasta, minced sausage, white wine, cream, plum tomatoes, celery, mushrooms...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 619
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Spaghetti with zucchini and lemonViews: 543

Spaghetti will be lighter, juicier, and more refreshing if you combine it with thinly sliced ​​zucchini and lemon. You can use a spiralizer to cut the zucchini into thin noodles, or look for it in supermarkets...

spaghetti pasta, zucchini, squash, parmesan cheese, lemon zest...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 684
Categories: Soups, Meat, With pasta, .
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Italian Wedding Meatball SoupViews: 797

The name of this Italian soup isn't related to a wedding ceremony. Minestra maritata (married soup) refers to how well the ingredients pair together. There are many variations of this...

Ground turkey, ditalini pasta, escarole salad, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, pesto sauce, Italian seasonings...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 520
Categories: Sauces, Gas stations, .
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Italian Herb VinaigretteViews: 532

Red wine vinegar and Italian herbs infuse this dressing with the wonderful flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. It's ready in minutes and is much tastier and higher quality than store-bought.

wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, Italian seasonings...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 184
Categories: Sauces, Gas stations, .
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Italian Vinaigrette DressingViews: 658

This Italian vinaigrette is infused with the zesty flavor of garlic and oregano, and the pleasant tartness of red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard. It's perfect for light summer...

wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 163
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Italian turkey burgersViews: 653

A juicy turkey cutlet with melting fontina cheese is served on a slice of focaccia with a slice of sweet tomato, crispy pancetta, and zesty arugula. The cutlet is made with a mixture of ground...

Ground turkey, tomatoes, focaccia bread, fontina cheese, pancetta, bacon, arugula...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 845
Categories: Salads, Meat, With bread, .
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Italian salad with steak and cheese croutonsViews: 563

A salad of endive, radicchio, and romaine lettuce in a sweet-tart dressing of fresh grape tomatoes, served with crisp Parmesan-crusted croutons and juicy slices of grilled steak. Before...

Beef, white bread, wine vinegar, radicchio, romaine lettuce, red onion, basil, endive, Parmesan cheese, croutons...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 510
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Snapper with Italian sausagesViews: 446

Red snapper fillet is simmered in one skillet with Italian sausage, onions, bell peppers, and rosemary until cooked through and served with baked potatoes. Marinated cherry peppers add a touch of flavor to the dish.

red snapper, potato, white wine, bell pepper, chili pepper, rosemary...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 570
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Italian sausages in dough with sweet peppersViews: 888

For appetizers at your next house party, make these Italian-style sausage rolls. The combination of cheese, pesto, and bell peppers, which are stuffed into the sausages before they're dipped in dough,...

kupaty (fried sausages), provolone cheese, mozzarella cheese, pesto sauce, marinara sauce, bell peppers...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 24 Caloric content: 113
Categories: Appetizers, Canapes, Meat, .
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Italian sausage ballsViews: 591

Try an Italian take on traditional meatballs. Instead of regular ground meat, use raw Italian sausage, removing the casings. Bake the sausage balls in the oven and serve as...

minced sausage, meatballs, mozzarella cheese, basil, chili pepper...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 24 Caloric content: 47
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Italian rolls with mozzarellaViews: 457

This appetizer is an Italian take on sausage rolls. Instead of sausage, wrap mozzarella sticks in crispy breading. Top it with a slice of prosciutto, a strip of roasted bell pepper, and pesto sauce...

Mozzarella cheese, French pastry, marinara sauce, pesto sauce, sweet pepper, prosciutto, dry-cured ham...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 16
Categories: Appetizers, Canapes, Meat, .
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Italian Meat BowlsViews: 486

These miniature meatball bowls are actually Italian meatballs, filled with gooey mozzarella and marinara sauce with a crispy topping of breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Shape them into bowls...

ground beef, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, marinara sauce, oregano...
Time: 2 hours 40 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 255
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Italian pasta salad with herbs and salamiViews: 765

This Italian pasta salad is filled with chunks of salami, mozzarella, tomatoes, giardiniera, and basil. Instead of pasta radiatore, you can use any small pasta you have on hand...

Fusilli spirale pasta, mozzarella cheese, salami, grape tomatoes, wine vinegar, basil, giardiniera, vegetable relish, oregano...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 387
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Italian-style gyros with yogurt and tomatoesViews: 543

Although gyros is considered a Greek dish, a few traditional Italian ingredients won't ruin it, but rather infuse it with a new and interesting flavor. Rub the sweet Italian sausage with cumin and...

Pita, kupaty (fried sausages), romaine lettuce, lemon juice, harissa sauce, cumin, oregano...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 377
Categories: Salads, Leafy, .
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Italian salad with giardinieraViews: 762

Marinated vegetables, fresh salad greens, and tender mozzarella make this Italian salad a veritable riot of flavors. Use not only the vegetables from the giardiniera jar but also the brine for a delicious...

salad mix, basil, parsley, wine vinegar, giardiniera, vegetable relish, mozzarella cheese...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Pasta salad with Italian appetizersViews: 441

This hearty, juicy, and vibrant salad combines cooked pasta with some of Italy's most popular appetizers: marinated giardiniera, provolone cheese, salami, and fresh herbs. It's...

penne pasta, wine vinegar, giardiniera, vegetable relish, provolone cheese, salami, basil...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 489
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Italian pressed sandwich with rapini and deli meatsViews: 570

This huge sandwich is enough for several people. The braised rabe makes it super juicy, and the combination of Italian delicacies—prosciutto, salami, mortadella, and provolone cheese—is incredibly...

Rapini, chili pepper, white bread, mortadella sausage, provolone cheese, salami, prosciutto, dry-cured ham...
Time: 4 hours 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 537
Categories: Appetizers, With sauces, Meat, .
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Italian cocktail meatballs with herbs and ricottaViews: 699

A mixture of ground pork and turkey, along with fresh herbs, ricotta, and pecorino cheese, make these meatballs incredibly juicy and tender. They can be served as a main course or as an appetizer, skewered on...

Ground pork, ground turkey, meatballs, ricotta cheese, milk, marinara sauce, bacon, Worcestershire sauce, thyme...
Time: 2 hours 35 minutes Complexity: easily Quantity: 50 pcs. Caloric content: 86
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Italian-Style Chicken with Bean StewViews: 478

Chicken thighs, cannellini beans, tomatoes, and oregano complement each other beautifully in this rustic Italian stew. Everything is cooked in one pan, first on the stovetop, and then finished...

chicken thighs, white wine, tomato paste, tomatoes, oregano, cannellini beans, Parmesan cheese...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 778
Categories: Fast food, Pizza, Bakery, Pies, Bread, .
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Pizza with Caesar SaladViews: 584
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What do you get when you combine two popular diner dishes? A delicious, juicy pizza with a Caesar salad topping! The best part of this pizza is probably the garlicky, peppery crust, reminiscent of...

Yeast dough, garlic, salad tomatoes, romaine lettuce, anchovies, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, honey...
Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 729
Categories: Main courses, Fish, .
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The best shrimp scampiViews: 1,778

Shrimp scampi is on the menu of every good Italian-American restaurant. When cooked properly, it should be buttery, with hints of lemon and garlic. Shrimp scampi is loved for...

shrimp, white wine, lemon juice...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 225
Homemade limoncelloViews: 592

"If you haven't tried limoncello yet, you're in for a real treat! It's an Italian lemon liqueur that my grandmother always served in chilled glasses after big family meals—...

lemon liqueur...
Time: 10 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 433
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Homemade Manicotti from PancakesViews: 714
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Contrary to popular belief, traditional manicotti (also known as cannelloni) are not store-bought wide tubes, but fresh sheets of pasta or crepes wrapped around a filling. They are special...

Pancakes, tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, eggs, milk, nutmeg...
Time: 2 hours 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 555
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Pasta casserole with herbs, zucchini and bell peppersViews: 443

Roasted zucchini and a homemade tomato sauce bursting with aromatic herbs mingle with roasted bell peppers in this pasta casserole topped with two types of cheese—Pecorino and Provolone. Thanks to...

Farfalle pasta, bell pepper, zucchini, plum tomatoes, basil, provolone cheese...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 719
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Pasta casserole with herbs, sausage, and artichokesViews: 447

For this recipe, use spicy Italian sausage. It will add a rich flavor to the pasta casserole, filled with gooey fontina cheese, and the artichokes will add a touch of juiciness. Boil the pasta...

Rigatoni pasta, plum tomatoes, kupaty (fried sausages), artichokes, fontina cheese, parmesan cheese, basil...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 913
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Pasta casserole with herbs, pepperoni and mushroomsViews: 579

Combine cooked pasta with pepperoni, sautéed cremini mushrooms, and homemade basil-parsley tomato sauce, then bake under a layer of mozzarella and...

Ziti pasta, plum tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese, pecorino romano cheese, pepperoni sausage, crimini mushrooms...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 875
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Pasta casserole with herbs and meatballsViews: 453
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Make a pasta casserole with juicy meatballs made from a mixture of ground beef and pork, topped with melty cheese and a homemade tomato sauce. Grill the meatballs in the oven, then...

Penne pasta, ground beef, meatballs, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, tomato puree, oregano, basil...
Time: 1 hour 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 1003
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Pasta casserole with eggplant, herbs and fresh mozzarellaViews: 468

How to make pasta with tomato sauce, eggplant, and mozzarella even better? Sprinkle more mozzarella on top and bake in the oven for a few minutes until the cheese melts and crisps beautifully.

rigatoni pasta, eggplant, plum tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, basil...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 716
Categories: Appetizers, Canapes, Sandwiches, .
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Mini sandwiches with cheese and hamViews: 817

If you're looking to make gourmet sandwiches for your celebration, go miniature! This recipe transforms a simple ham and cheese sandwich into an elegant appetizer: paired with...

apples, lemon juice, toast, gouda cheese, watercress, prosciutto, dry-cured ham...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 24 Caloric content: 50
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GrissiniViews: 460

Italian grissini breadsticks are a great appetizer for any occasion. They can be baked for guests to snack on while they wait for the festive dinner, or served with dipping sauces at a house party.

yeast dough, sea salt flakes...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 36
Categories: Grill, Bird, Appetizers, Meat, .
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Grilled chicken rolls with sun-dried tomatoesViews: 917

Italian-style chicken breast rolls are perfect as an appetizer or main course for a holiday meal. Fill them with sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, zucchini, smoked mozzarella...

chicken cutlets, sun-dried tomatoes, smoked mozzarella cheese, basil...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 530
Categories: Grill, Bakery, Fast food, Pizza, Bakery, Pies, Bread, .
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Grilled Mozzarella Topped PizzaViews: 611

A key requirement for baking a perfect pizza is a hot oven, which is especially inconvenient in the summer when the weather is already hot. An outdoor grill can be a lifesaver! You can also cook pizza on it, and it's...

Yeast dough, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, pizza sauce, tomato puree, pepperoni sausage, basil...
Time: 3 hours 30 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 592
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Grilled salmon and polenta with fennel saladViews: 583

Fennel is a popular ingredient in Italian cuisine. This recipe utilizes every part of it: the seeds for sprinkling the fish, the root, and the greens for a succulent salad. Be careful not to overcook the salmon on the grill, and...

salmon, polenta, grape tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, basil, lemon, fennel leaves...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 410

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