Pastitsio is a layered Greek casserole of macaroni and seasoned ground lamb, topped with a thick cream sauce. This version substitutes beef in place of the lamb to suit American tastes.
Author: Ben S.
Fresh summer peaches are enveloped in an easy homemade butter crust to form these adorable open-faced galettes that you can customize with any seasonal fruit.
Author: HewnBread
A creamy, yummy chicken dish to serve over thick pasta, like egg noodles or farfalle. This pleased everyone! It's easy to prepare and highly addictive. Easy to make lower calorie/fat with low fat cream...
Author: CHEFCATHY
Flavorful, tender pork chops with Italian pizzazz. Great served over noodles.
Author: lutzflcat
This Rigatoni al Segreto recipe was the most closely guarded secret at Gino's, one of New York City's most famous Italian restaurants. When it closed, the recipe got out. But I think the amount of butter...
Author: Chef John
I'm no expert at making phyllo dough, but the good news is, despite that, I still managed to achieve some fairly excellent results, and suspect you will as well. And it's way more fun than buying it frozen...
Author: Chef John
I like to use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs instead of an old rooster for my coq au vin. Like all braised dishes, tougher cuts with lots of connective tissue work best, and on a chicken that would be...
Author: Chef John
A refreshing white wine sangria that is always a hit at parties.
Author: FOODINC5
Lorriane Pierce was a master cook. Whenever these were on the menu, lines would form. Serve on crusty Italian bread.
Author: Dick Pierce
'Cordon Bleu' is a French term, literally translated as 'blue ribbon', that originally referred to an award for culinary excellence given to women cooks! The term can now apply to any superior cook (yes,...
Author: Behr
This is a very nice dinner for two. Serve it with your favorite pasta and tossed greens.
Author: Candy
Just like Mama used to make! Nothing beats fresh pasta, and this simple semolina and egg recipe is the best thing ever. You can use this recipe to make any style of pasta you like, from fettucine to ravioli...
Author: jenn
Sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese give this simple chicken dish a delightfully different twist.
Author: Bren
Eggplant parmigiana or eggplant Parmesan is one of the most popular and iconic vegetarian Italian dishes and this recipe is straight from Italy. Use ripe eggplant without seeds and salt them for 1 hour...
Author: Beatrice
I modified a recipe to make this a darker biscotti. For a richer almond flavor, use almond extract instead of the vanilla.
Author: KATHIANNE
Rolled leg of lamb stuffed with spinach, goat's cheese and pine nuts. Suggested: Serve with Brussels sprouts cooked in butter and fresh garlic. A scrumptious Irish cuisine that is sure to please!
Author: Patrick
I made this recipe up after not finding very many recipes for chicken milanese to go with my pasta. It is quick and delicious.
Author: Sherbear1
These grilled lamb burgers are served with slices of ripe tomatoes and red onion in pita bread with a fresh tasting cucumber sauce seasoned with fresh mint and garlic.
Author: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
Authentic Bolognese sauce is slow-cooked to perfection, and then spread over fresh lasagna noodles covered with béchamel sauce. This is the best and only lasagna recipe you will ever want. For better...
Author: gem
The beauty of a recipe that uses just pastry dough, butter, apples, and sugar to make the magic, is that no matter how yours comes out you'll enjoy it.
Author: Chef John
This is meant to substitute for that rather expensive Greek seasoning in the yellow and red can.
Author: Misty Jane Pilgrim
You should use a big cast iron pan for this, but it will also work in a high-quality, heavy-duty stainless steel pan, or other oven-proof skillet. The key is to heat it very well before the chicken goes...
Author: Chef John
Cabbage leaves are stuffed with ground beef, rice, then simmered in tomato soup. Works great in the oven or a slow cooker. Serve with pan juices and a drizzle of sour cream, or mix the pan juices with...
Author: Rosey in Florida
A quick, delicious entree that is sure to impress any guest, and so easy to throw together. Serve with a side of pasta and they'll think they're in Italy!
Author: COOKINGQUEEN75
Easy slow cooker chicken cacciatore. Serve over angel hair pasta. 'Cacciatore' is Italian for 'hunter', and this American-Italian term refers to food prepared 'hunter style,' with mushrooms and onions....
Author: Rosie
The crust is made from spaghetti and then layered with cheeses, meat and sauce. Mm, mm!
Author: Cathy
Delicious tortellini is dressed up with tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach and a rich creamy sauce. A favorite pasta dish in our family!
Author: JENNIFERVAN77
This makes a lovely alternative to the much more common corned beef and cabbage that you may have been planning for St. Patrick's Day dinner.
Author: Chef John
Simply put, delicious! A little on the decadent side, but it can be made with fat-free half-and-half and a heart-healthy spread instead of butter. Serve with garlic bread sticks, a nice salad, and a glass...
Author: LisaJ
After trying my hand at countless sesame cookie recipes, my Italian girlfriend shared her Aunt Anne's recipe and I knew my search had ended! Basically an anise flavored butter cookie covered in sesame...
Author: DianeF
This is a recipe for traditional Italian pasta dough made with durum wheat semolina flour. You can use the dough to make any pasta you desire, such as farfalle, tagliatelle, or ravioli, using either a...
Author: Alemarsi
This recipe comes straight from my mother-in-law in Denmark. It's a little labor-intensive, but once you get the hang of it, you'll be addicted! Serve warm with a brown sauce, small red boiled potatoes,...
Author: Marigat
This super rich, Alfredo based seafood lasagna is a huge hit in our family. It takes a while to prepare, but it is well worth it!
Author: Sara Van Noy
When I was in Vicenza, Italy at an open market downtown, I smelled this scrumptious smell of roast chicken at this stand. So I bought one of their chickens and looked what they stuffed in the cavity to...
Author: LILQUIZ
A beautiful two pan entree that'll please anyone who likes Italian sausage. Delicious with cheesy garlic bread and a sparkling white wine. My boyfriend and everyone in our families loves this dish!
Author: Bakerette87
A thick, spicy sauce of garlic, olive oil, and fire-roasted tomatoes is sauteed with shrimp or your favorite seafood. Legend has it that it was named for Michele Pezza, also known as 'Fra Diablo' (Friar...
Author: Allison
Tarte tatin is a classic French dessert, essentially an upside-down pie. Pears are caramelized in a sugar-butter mixture in an oven-safe skillet, covered with crust, and baked in the oven.
Author: Bibi
This heirloom Italian family recipe came stateside with my grandmother when she immigrated from Italy. Growing up in a house that had Italian sauce being made every Sunday, this eggplant was always a favorite....
Author: Daddy's Kitchen
We're going to simplify traditional porchetta by making a smaller, simpler version using pork shoulder. It makes a great sandwich, especially topped with some fried, crispy pancetta.
Author: Chef John
I got this recipe while I was head baker at London's Dorchester Hotel. It's packed with dried fruit and filled with a marzipan surprise.
Author: Lee Smith
This flagship, Tuscan steak is made from the region's Chianina breed of cattle which are prized for their tenderness and flavor. In typical Italian style, simplicity rules the day; little more than olive...
Author: eat!
Sauteed chicken simmered in a sauce of tomatoes, olives, white wine, garlic, and herbs. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association....
Author: Robyn Webb
There are many versions of Swedish meatballs, and this is the way we like ours. They're juicy, tender, and flavorful in a creamy and rich sauce. We enjoy them over mashed potatoes or buttered noodles and...
Author: lutzflcat
This Italian spinach and ricotta pie (torta pasqualina) from the region Liguria is traditionally eaten for Easter, but can of course be served any time of the year.
Author: PaolaAlbanesi
The original hamburger, these are served like a flattened meatball with some steamed string beans and salad. I also like to use this recipe to make Swedish meatballs (but omit the paprika). My Aunt in...
Author: Amy
A family favourite that fills the house with a cinnamon aroma. A delicious plum dessert, dusted with icing sugar!
Author: GibsonsGirl