A delicious pasta dish that tastes great with either traditional or low fat sausage. Try using fusilli pasta, or your other favorite pasta shape to add variety. It is one of our favorites! Enjoy!
Author: Nancy and Terry
Fresh and quick homemade pasta dough you can't forget.
Author: alejandro741
Ravioli are made using wonton wrappers and stuffed with a luxurious mascarpone and mushroom filling.
Author: Chef Jean Pierre
Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this risotto uses barley instead of rice for an extra nutritional punch. This is a hearty and filling meat-free alternative to the usual skillet meals.
Author: Jen
This is a true Italian winter favorite. The flavor and texture combination is enjoyable due to the tangy flavor of the Gorgonzola, sweetness of the walnuts, and the slight bitterness of the radicchio....
Author: Buckwheat Queen
Mushrooms and tortellini are mixed with a butter, garlic, and wine sauce. Tortellini looks like bellybuttons. This is a very quick and versatile meal.
Author: RUCIFEY
When I was preparing this dish, I was certain I would never do it again because I disliked handling the chicken so much. After tasting it, however, I'm certain I'm going to make it again, as it is some...
Author: GODGIFU
Ever wonder what to do with the small amounts of leftover dry pasta that are in your cupboard? Once a year, at Easter, use them in this Italian baked pasta dish!
Author: AllieGeekPi
This recipe, courtesy of Nate Appleman, can be found in "A16 Food + Wine" and is used to make his Minestra Maritata.
Author: Martha Stewart
Sauteed zucchini layered between sauce, Parmesan, and part-skim mozzarella. Lowfat and delicious.
Author: Cindy
I made this up completely but my boyfriend loves it. He requests it every time I cook! Serve with a light salad and vinaigrette.
Author: EC3KFNW
A quick and easy mini-pizza recipe for people watching their carbohydrate intake. It's flavorful and adaptable to include your favorite toppings.
Author: SgtSquishy
A fantastic variation of a simple but delicious Italian dish, my Puttanesca is a mildly spicy white wine tomato sauce with fresh garlic, mushrooms, capers, and anchovy-stuffed green olives. The anchovy-stuffed...
Author: SINISTRELLA
I love my mom's version of chicken cacciatore with mushrooms instead of onions and peppers. This was my favorite meal she cooked when I was growing up, and now that I am cooking for my own family, it is...
Author: bonvivant
This recipe was given to me years ago. This casserole freezes well, so when eggplants are in the garden you may use them up.
Author: Betty Petersen
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 with feta.
Author: Jodi L Rice
Time saving and budget friendly recipe even my picky 4 year old enjoys! The sauce can also be simmered in a slow cooker.
Author: B's Kitchen
This is a recipe my Irish aunt gave me. Her husband is Italian, and she developed this recipe to blend things they both like. It is a variation of Shepherd's Pie. For richer flavor, substitute beef broth...
Author: NikkHoff
Time saving and budget friendly recipe even my picky 4 year old enjoys! The sauce can also be simmered in a slow cooker.
Author: B's Kitchen
This wonderful dish was assembled 'on the fly' when I decided I wanted an Italian lunch. Garnish with a sprinkle of your favorite pasta cheese and enjoy! You can substitute chicken or even tofu for the...
Author: KASAN
The flavor of this dish is awesome. Its a great vegetarian dish that's very adaptable to taste. The grilling of the eggplant is optional.
Author: Alexis
Large pasta shells stuffed with lowfat cheeses and spinach, smothered in marinara sauce and baked. You can use 2 tablespoons egg substitute in place of the egg white if you prefer. Lighten it up even more...
Author: Karen C. Greenlee
A great Italian dish; easy to make, pleasing all the pasta lovers in my family. Serve with a Caesar salad, garlic bread and a nice red wine.
Author: Marc
This pasta dish is completely virtuous and completely delicious. And it's easy! Use any short, substantial pasta you like if you can't find orechietti. You can also make this with other fresh herbs. Good...
Author: KRISTINLEE8
This tasty lasagna filled with fresh artichokes, pancetta, and bechamel sauce is a typical Italian dish for a spring Sunday lunch. Very popular as an Easter meal, as well.
Author: tea
This sandwich is a tasty way to serve Italian sausages. It is a Friday night regular for my family.
Author: chefsazy
Go deep this Super Bowl Sunday: Serve calzones. These Italian turnovers are perfect 'finger food' -- no knife and fork required. And because the recipes use refrigerated rolls, it's an easy score. All...
Author: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
This recipe use the no boil method for the noodles, a real timesaver! Try these variations for a multi-purpose recipe: substitute the ground beef with sweet Italian sausage, add frozen chopped spinach,...
Author: Missy
The first time I went to a bar with friends in Italy, I was very curious when they offered me 'toast' as pub grub. When this panino showed up I understood that Italian toast and American toast is NOT the...
Author: Buckwheat Queen
Great recipe, but it takes some practice to get the pasta right.
Author: FeastorFamine3
This is a super quick, super easy recipe that is sure to please. Tilapia fillets are easy to cook on the grill in a foil bag.
Author: chowsito
A rich, tantalizing dish that will leave you wanting more, even if you're full! You can use all different kinds of ravioli, meats, and sauces. A versatile dish for what you have on hand. It can also be...
Author: Kelly MacDonald
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
This recipe came from a very old Italian family and it is super!
Author: Allrecipes Member
The first time I went to a bar with friends in Italy, I was very curious when they offered me 'toast' as pub grub. When this panino showed up I understood that Italian toast and American toast is NOT the...
Author: Buckwheat Queen
Try this black pepper blackberry slush as an intermezzo at your next dinner party.
Author: Chef John
This simple Italian dish is packed with chicken and loads of vegetables and herbs for a satisfying one pot meal.
Author: Italian-DeLish
This simple Italian dish is packed with chicken and loads of vegetables and herbs for a satisfying one pot meal.
Author: Italian-DeLish
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