European cuisine recipes

Danish cookies, typically sold in pretty tins, can easily be baked at home and will be just as crispy, crumbly, and flavorful with a wonderful vanilla-almond aroma, but with more...

Prepare this impressive cheese ball appetizer for your next house party. Provolone cheese, olives, bell peppers, salami, artichokes, and pine nuts are stuffed into a creamy base...

These exquisite ravioli filled with ricotta, taleggio, and herbed parmesan are served in a fragrant wild mushroom sauce with pancetta for an elegant special occasion dinner. The ravioli are completely...

Rigatoni pasta in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce is baked under a layer of kale gremolata, grated Gruyere, smoked almonds, lemon zest, and breadcrumbs. The result is a rich, creamy...

Store-bought gnocchi are a near-perfect staple to have on hand for a quick, delicious midweek dinner. They pair beautifully with any vegetable, and the whole dish...

When it comes to beef alternatives, there's nothing better than rich, flavorful mushrooms, like in this mushroom version of beef stroganoff. Meaty portobello mushrooms and tender shiitake mushrooms truly...

This elegant focaccia is made in the style of the traditional Four Seasons pizza. Each of its four segments represents a different season: green peas and artichokes symbolize spring,...

While guests wait for the main course, serve this vibrant and delicious appetizer made with fresh, healthy ingredients, Mediterranean-style. Cucumbers, mint, and garlic transform cottage cheese into a wonderful Greek...

Country pie is a similar dish to shepherd's pie, except it's made with beef instead of lamb. This traditional country pie recipe features crispy, golden potato balls...

Yorkshire pudding is a classic British side dish, typically served with roast beef or any other meat in a thick gravy. A liquid batter made from milk, flour, and eggs is poured into a hot pan and...

Airfryer gnocchi? This recipe will pleasantly surprise you! After frying in the airfryer, they turn out soft as pillows on the inside and deliciously golden and crispy on the outside. Paired with baked pumpkin,...

"I prefer to make this dish with homemade Sardinian gnocchi, which, unlike potato gnocchi, are made with pasta dough," shares Giada de Laurentiis. "However, any kind of..."

Damaris Phillips always strives to give traditional dishes a Southern flair, and her goat cheese gnocchi is no exception. She sautés bacon with dates, then adds white...

You'll always be on top with this easy-to-make yet delicious dish from Jeff Mauro. He roasts fresh vegetables on the same baking sheet with store-bought gnocchi, drizzling everything with melted...

Making gnocchi from scratch can be a daunting and time-consuming task, but you'll know it was all worth it when you taste these fluffy potato pillows in your favorite...

Homemade soft gnocchi in a rich tomato sauce, also made from scratch—what could be better for a cozy Sunday dinner with family?! Both the gnocchi and the sauce are quite easy to make, so...

Chicken cooked with a hearty side dish and vegetables in one pan is a dream! Boneless chicken thighs are simmered with zucchini and gnocchi in a thick, flavorful tomato sauce with basil, resulting in...

This gnocchi dish with juicy vegetables in a pesto dressing combines the flavors of two salads: Italian pasta salad and potato salad. Add a little mayonnaise to the pesto dressing, and it...

These ricotta gnocchi are a delicious cheesy alternative to traditional potato gnocchi. Instead of potatoes, the dough is filled with a generous helping of whole-milk ricotta and a touch of Parmesan cheese for extra...

Italian wedding cake is actually a traditional dessert of the American South, and no one knows how this coconut cake got its name because it has nothing to do with Italy or weddings...

To make this simple yet delicious pasta carbonara, you'll need just five ingredients: noodles, raw spicy sausage, Parmesan, an egg, and fresh herbs. It takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is perfect...

Combine cooked rigatoni with homemade tomato sauce, spicy Italian sausage, fennel, herbs, and cheese, and bake until golden and cheesy, a dish everyone will love!

This latte-flavored iced cake is the perfect summer treat. It requires no baking and is served chilled—what more could you want on a hot day?! You'll need just six ingredients to...

All the flavors and aromas found in Italian porchetta (fennel, rosemary, garlic, and orange) are used to flavor this turkey. The bird is brined in a tea-and-orange brine and...

This light and airy soufflé with Edam cheese and crispy bacon bits makes a great appetizer or side dish for any holiday table. The soufflé is baked in individual ramekins, making it perfect for...

If you're preparing a German-style dinner, there's no better side dish than potato salad. While most potato salads are served chilled, this version is best eaten...

A healthier and lighter take on the classic potato and leek vichyssoise, this soup features vibrant arugula and skips the heavy cream. Nevertheless, the soup is velvety and...

Sunny Anderson adds a beef patty to the Italian classic, "Eggs in Purgatory." It's even more filling and delicious. Perfect for breakfast or dinner. Served in individual cast-iron pans...

"I took the classic Waldorf salad and made it fresher (and more Italian!) by turning it into a panzanella and adding arugula and fennel," shares Giada De Laurentiis. The salad's delicious flavor also...

"This breakfast casserole is better than any ham and cheese sandwich you've ever had. Pretzels are the best choice for the base. Don't substitute them! They add a deeper flavor and...

Radicchio is a robust lettuce whose bitterness is enhanced by a quick grilling. Grill quarters of the lettuce until the outside is lightly charred, while...

Granita is essentially a delicious, fluffy, snow-like cone eaten like ice cream. This recipe uses a Mint Julep cocktail to create a delicious, refreshing dessert for adults.

This recipe transforms the classic Italian rainbow cake into a vibrant, eye-catching holiday cookie. Unlike the cake, it doesn't contain almond flour, but it retains the almond aroma and flavor.

Enjoy the delicious combination of sweet roasted pumpkin and savory rapini pesto in this hearty fall pasta. Rapini is a leafy relative of broccoli that's widely used in...

When the Irish call their breakfast a full breakfast, they're not kidding. This recipe features all the traditional components of a full Irish breakfast, but if that's too much for you, you can choose just...

Spaetzle are a cross between noodles and dumplings, a side dish in Eastern European cuisine consisting of small, boiled pieces of dough. If you've ever thought about making homemade noodles,...

Spicy sausage, smoked bacon, ground beef, and savory pepperoni transform ordinary stuffed shells into a gooey, pizza-inspired pasta for meat lovers. Here...

This pasta casserole in homemade tomato marinara sauce is literally packed with meat and meaty goodness: flavorful Italian sausage, savory pepperoni, chunks of ham and smoked...

This classic chicken Parmesan recipe uses only drumsticks, perfect for finger foods and serving as an appetizer, perhaps with beer. The crispy breaded chicken legs are baked in...

Chicken cacciatore, or hunter's style, is a traditional Italian dish with a rustic feel, perfect for a Sunday family dinner. Chicken pieces (various parts)...

Marinated pepperoncini peppers are filled with cheese chunks and olive tapenade, then wrapped in thin slices of Italian capicola (coppa) sausage for a quick, delicious...

Italian saltimbocca is a luxurious combination of succulent meat, crispy prosciutto, and fragrant sage. Traditionally made with veal, this recipe makes a great substitute for a pork cutlet...

If you have ready-made or store-bought chicken broth and a can of canned white beans on hand, this Italian soup will be on the table in minutes. Along with the beans, add...

Italian polenta with mushrooms is made like lasagna: polenta, mushroom sauce, and cheese are layered in a baking dish and baked in the oven until the cheese melts. Special...

In spring, when the young asparagus appears, enjoy its delicate flavor in this fragrant risotto with mushrooms, thyme, green peas, and Parmesan. Instead of traditional dry white wine, add...

A delicate risotto is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the aroma of wild mushrooms, and their flavor is harmoniously enhanced by the salty pieces of fried pancetta. This risotto recipe is a little simpler than the traditional one:...

These crostini with strawberry-tomato jam are a great way to enjoy the flavor of ripe tomatoes this summer. Top the jam with crumbled feta for a creamy touch. Leftover jam can be...

Everyone will love this frozen strawberry dessert for grown-ups! Italian granita looks delightful in edible strawberry bowls. It's an elegant combination of rosé and...

This layered dessert is a springtime reimagining of the Napoleon cake. Layers of puff pastry are layered alternately with a sweet-tart rhubarb and strawberry filling, all dusted with powdered sugar. The dessert...

A French galette is essentially a free-form pie with a filling that even a novice can handle. Tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries are a match made in heaven, and a layer of almond...