Paninis make a boring sandwich a gourmet meal. Pizza is a classic dish and can also sometimes become routine. A grilled pizza panini is a creative way...
Cotechino is a large, Italian pork sausage traditionally served to celebrate the New Year. Its thick casing is pierced all over with a knife, then gently...
The distinct flavors of black olives and sun dried tomatoes intermingled with chicken make this a wonderful recipe for all pasta lovers! Try it topped...
Italian sausage is traditionally made with a fattier cut of pork but I've made this a little healthier by replacing the fat with olive oil. The patties...
Once again zucchini (courgette) to the rescue, providing a really good alternative to standard carb and gluten-heavy pasta. The prep work for these isn't...
This is an Italian-inspired twist on an American tradition. My family loves spumoni ice cream, so I decided I'd try to alter my chocolate chip recipe to...
When fresh tomatoes are abundant in the summer and fall, I will use them. Because this is a primary sauce, I use canned tomatoes when fresh are no longer...
The Marsala sauce, when made with DRY Marsala wine, is not too sweet. This recipe can be used with veal, pork or chicken. I prepare this dish on a regular...
The distinct flavors of black olives and sun dried tomatoes intermingled with chicken make this a wonderful recipe for all pasta lovers! Try it topped...
Try this very quick and excellent pesto dish that combines broccoli and bacon the next time you need a delicious weeknight dinner. Serve while warm with...
This is a great Italian main dish. It goes great served over hot cooked vermicelli noodles, with garlic bread and robust red wine. It's beef tips, pasta...
Calzones are a fun variation for pizza lovers! Try substituting frozen chopped spinach for the broccoli. All-purpose flour will work if you do not have...
This is a delicious, completely customizable, and quick main dish stir fry. Use any combination of meats and veggies. The stir fry makes its own thick...
When my husband's cousin, Nino, was visiting us from Chioggia, Italy, he made us this delicious pie called "Torta Sbriciolata Ricotta e Chioccolato", which...
Transform lasagna with meat sauce from a guilty pleasure into a wholesome meal. Small swap-ins can make a mighty difference: Whole-wheat noodles, low-fat...
Sweet, tasty, and creamy; pear and blue cheese is the perfect flavor pairing! Try this delicate and tasty Italian original homemade ravioli. Serve with...
I was shown this recipe by a Navy chef who served this to presidents at Camp David, MD. I have served it to my family many times, and it is certainly fit...
A quick simple meal that tastes divine. Great when you feel like a real treat and don't want to eat out. It's a little naughty but you can reduce the fat...
A quick simple meal that tastes divine. Great when you feel like a real treat and don't want to eat out. It's a little naughty but you can reduce the fat...
This recipe came from my Italian family. It is not only delicious but so quick and easy. Measurements really aren't necessary--make it your own. You can't...
Prepare a week in advance so that they will absorb a little moisture. Do not over bake. Watch for the first signs of the dough becoming dull-finished:...
Pangiallo is a traditional Italian Christmas cake, originally from Rome. Dried fruits and nuts are mixed with oil, wine, and flour to create a humble yet...
If you are allergic to tomatoes, like me, or just want to try a different pizza, this is a simple and easy recipe that is guaranteed to delight. You can...