Pesto sauce
If you use store-bought refrigerated pizza dough, this recipe will take you no more than 20 minutes. Bring it to room temperature and stretch it into a large crust. The filling will be fresh asparagus and a sweet Italian cheese. read more
This succulent Italian-style asparagus appetizer will captivate your guests with its refreshing flavor, combination of ingredients, and textures. Asparagus spears are rubbed with pesto and grilled until slightly tender. Serve on - read more
This simple yet delicious pasta dish takes less than half an hour to prepare. Boiled fettuccine with sautéed spinach is tossed in a creamy pesto sauce and served topped with grated Parmesan. This dish uses ready-made pesto. read more
For a light spring dinner, make orecchiette pasta with asparagus in pesto sauce. It's literally bursting with the sophisticated flavors of the sauce, and it's refreshing and juicy. The pesto base is blanched asparagus. Beautiful tips - read more
This quick Italian-style dish is ready in less than half an hour and is perfect for a spring dinner. Cooked bucatini pasta is tossed with separately sautéed shrimp and steamed sliced asparagus in a light pesto sauce. read more
This dish uses boneless lamb loin, cut into 8-10 cutlets, which are rubbed with a spice mixture of oregano, rosemary, and thyme before frying. The tender meat quickly absorbs the flavors, so all you need is... read more
To make this vegetarian dish, cooked pasta is combined with sautéed zucchini and pesto sauce, which breaks the traditional recipe by using zucchini instead of basil and almonds instead of pine nuts. The remaining ingredients are read more
An easy-to-make side dish that goes well with any main course. New potatoes are boiled in their skins, preserving all the beneficial micronutrients contained in the tuber and skin, and lightly mashed with butter, milk, and... read more
This amazing Mediterranean sandwich is made in a large loaf of ciabatta and then cut into several smaller portions before serving. The sandwich is filled with salumi (a mixture of Italian deli meats, such as finocchione and coppa, or another spicy - read more
This easy-to-make vegetarian dish is filled with the delicious flavors of Levantine cuisine. Couscous is steamed in boiling water, loosened, and served with stewed vegetables and Moroccan pesto. To make the vegetable stew, simmer large pieces of couscous - read more
The salmon fillet and new potatoes for this dish are steamed. The potatoes are steamed first in the lower compartment of the steamer, and the fish is added to the upper compartment 8 minutes before it's done. Serve drizzled with a delicious homemade pesto made with fresh basil and... read more
Save the traditional layered lasagna with meat ragout and tons of cheese for cold winter evenings, and in the summer, this pasta can be used to create a lighter dish filled with healthy, succulent greens. Lasagna sheets are broken into medium-sized pieces and - read more
Swordfish is a firm, meaty fish that's perfect for grilling on skewers. It's cut into uniform pieces and marinated in a mint pesto sauce for several hours. The sauce takes just minutes to prepare, as it's not... read more
These vibrant and delicious Italian crostini sandwiches will be the perfect addition to any home party or holiday table. Crispy baguette or ciabatta slices are topped with pea pesto and garnished with cherry tomato halves. The flavor of this sauce is much more subtle. read more
The highlight of this pasta, green pea, and arugula salad is the tangy pesto sauce. To make it, blend fresh basil with a little arugula, pine nuts, and tangy garlic-infused olive oil and flakes. read more
These zucchini boats are made with leftover sweet and sour meatballs, also known as sweet and sour meatballs, the recipe for which is also provided below, but if you decide not to make the meatballs, you can substitute them with fried ground turkey. Ready - read more
Even on the grill, you can make a healthy and delicious pasta with eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes. Raw pasta and vegetables are poured into a mixture of water and white wine, sealed together with spices in individual foil packets, and baked on - read more
Any appetizer is more fun to eat when it's skewered. Children will especially enjoy this snack, as you can even make interesting skewers for a kid's lunchbox. The main ingredient for this appetizer is tortelloni pasta with cheese (or smaller ones - read more
In this pesto, some of the basil is replaced with broccoli, making the sauce more filling and toning down its overly strong flavor. Using walnuts instead of traditional pine nuts is much cheaper. Plus, they... read more
An interesting recipe for low-carb and low-calorie noodles. To make it, peel asparagus stalks with a vegetable peeler to form fettuccine-like ribbons. All you have to do is fry the green noodles with arugula, and for a vibrant... read more
Italian tortellini pasta, similar to small dumplings with various fillings, can be used to make not only a delicious main course but also a hearty soup with an interesting combination of flavors and textures. Combine fried ground Italian tortellini in one pan. read more
An appetizer that takes just a couple of minutes to prepare. It's especially perfect when guests are arriving. These pesto and goat cheese rolls, arranged on a serving platter, look elegant and taste simply amazing. Using this technique and combining... read more
If you want to try a pizza with a completely new flavor, try white pizza. It differs from regular pizza by omitting the tomato sauce, which gives pizza its distinctive sweet and sour tomato flavor. Instead, top the dough with at least... read more
Puff pastry is the perfect base for a variety of crispy appetizers. This recipe suggests making three types of savory appetizers: cheese sticks with sesame seeds, palmieres (or ears) with pesto sauce, and pockets filled with tapenade—an olive paste. For these: read more
Blue cheese and creamy ricotta spread pair perfectly with baked tomatoes. A three-cheese spread on a slice of crispy bread offers a true blend of Italian flavors. And aromatic basil is a must-have. read more
To make this appetizer, you won't have to run around the store looking for special puff pastry tartlets. They're cut out of puff pastry using a round cookie cutter. And the whole appetizer takes on the Italian flavor, all you need to do is... read more
One of the simplest types of Italian pasta is pasta with pesto sauce. Instead of using traditional basil, make pesto using rapini, an Italian kale leaf, also popular in healthy dishes. Its slightly bitter, read more
The name of this soup likely refers to the popular Flash game Dress Up Tomato Soup 2.0, where the player has to dress up an ordinary can of tomato soup. You too can play with tomato soup in the kitchen and dress it up so that no one will notice. read more
This pasta salad combines the most traditional flavors of Italian cuisine: tomato, basil, and cheese. Toss the cooked pasta with a pesto dressing and lemon zest for an even more vibrant flavor. Add read more
- Fried eggplant
- Pesto sauce with cilantro and sesame seeds
- Orange mayonnaise with Sriracha sauce
- Topping
In this recipe, eggplant slices are first roasted in the oven and then finished in a wok, infusing a wealth of Asian flavors. This delicious dish offers a whole range of flavors, smells amazing, and looks absolutely beautiful. read more
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 has a primavera feel, with the presence of fresh... read more
Eggplants are not only delicious 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 that make up the foundation of unforgettable Italian cuisine: read more
This recipe produces mackerel that's juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The fish, drenched in a tangy spice blend, is perfectly complemented by the deep, complex flavor of the pesto. You'll likely need about twice the amount of sauce needed. However, leftovers... read more
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. Grill a tuna steak and season it with a fragrant... read more
Grill or pan-fry chicken breasts and serve them with a spinach, pine nut, and Parmesan pesto sauce. This sauce is smoother and more flavorful than traditional Italian basil pesto. It also makes a great... read more
Grilled corn is a simple yet incredibly delicious dish. The corn, while less juicy than boiled corn, is still very firm and flavorful. The pesto sauce adds juiciness and a unique flavor, making it even more aromatic. read more
Cilantro adds a vibrant green color to this quesadilla, which is dusted with ancho chili powder. - read more
A step-by-step recipe for a festive dish with photos. read more
A step-by-step recipe for a spinach and cheese dumpling appetizer on skewers. read more
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Detailed recipe with photos.
Figs stuffed with goat cheese, wrapped in bacon and grilled. read more
When in season, try grilling corn and serving it with a variety of toppings. - read more
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A side dish that goes well with any main course, Kathy Lee's roasted spaghetti squash is enhanced with flavorful butter, only in this recipe it's tossed with curry powder, sweet shallots, and fresh lemon zest for a brighter finish. After - read more
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Detailed recipe with photos.
Detailed recipe with photos.
Follow the example of the host of "At Ree Drummond's Ranch" - always keep a supply of ingredients on hand. This way, you won't have to rush to the store in the evening when you're especially short on time. "Store pasta is just regular pasta that you can mix with anything..." read more
Ina Garten saves time in the kitchen by using ready-made puff pastry to make this pesto appetizer. read more
Gina and Patrick Neely layer tomato and mozzarella slices on a pesto-slathered puff pastry crust and bake the pie for just 15 minutes. It's a simple and delicious appetizer. read more
Slightly salty and crispy, this bone-in pork loin is coated with a crispy potato and fresh herb crust, leaving the meat incredibly juicy inside as it bakes. Serve with a rich herb pesto sauce. read more
Bobby Flay's pesto is a combination of aromatic cilantro and parsley. Use homemade pizza dough, coat it with pesto, top it with creamy mozzarella cheese and tender shrimp, and grill it all up. read more
The slightly firm chunks of sun-dried tomatoes in Giada De Laurentiis's Parmesan pesto sauce make it even more delicious. Just toss the sauce with the pasta, and in 25 minutes, the whole family can gather around the table. read more
Everyone's favorite sauce in just five minutes! A simple dish from Food Network Kitchens that can be eaten right away or frozen for anytime, like Sunday lunch. read more
Tiny and crustless, these mini appetizers from Giada De Laurentiis are perfect for a kid's table, with layers of turkey, provolone cheese, and a drizzle of pesto. read more
Thanks to ready-made pizza dough, Alex Guarnaschelli's flatbread recipe is incredibly quick to make. She bakes the dough, then tops it with sour cream and lemon zest, bacon bits, and a delicious green onion-caper pesto sauce. read more
This vibrant pasta salad, based on Ina Garten's recipe, is ready in just 30 minutes. What's so special about it? Two types of pasta and homemade pesto sauce, topped with a delicious, rich, creamy mayonnaise. read more
Recipe for peppers stuffed with cheese and zucchini. - read more
Recipe for tomato soup with sweet bell peppers. - read more
A recipe for Provençal Pistu soup with vegetables, beans, and spaghetti. The soup is seasoned with pesto sauce and served with bread and cheese. read more
Homemade Italian pizza with pesto and goat cheese recipe. read more
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Recipe for dumplings and broccoli with pesto sauce. read more
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