You can make this hearty tomato and sausage pasta dish as spicy as you like by using more or fewer red pepper flakes. In Italy luganega, a coiled pork sausage, is used, but you can use any type of Italian...
Author: Aldo
This recipe makes a large amount of sweet, hearty tomato sauce, featuring eggplant, green pepper, onion, and garlic. Serve over egg noodles for a delicious dinner for six.
Author: DIZTHEWONDERKID
Homemade green pasta dough is just as easy to make at home as regular fresh pasta. All you need to do is add some spinach to the dough to make a nicely colored, flavorful pasta dough that can be turned...
Author: Alemarsi
"Torta al limone," as this cake is known in Italy, is a recipe that I received from my husband's "Zia Pina". I modified her recipe to add the sliced almonds and powdered sugar glaze drizzle on top. This...
Author: Kim's Cooking Now
For this Italian pasta dish, make sure to pick thin green asparagus spears, so you can easily stir-fry them in a pan without blanching first.
Author: miche
A traditional Sicilian pasta recipe with a tomato-based sauce, sardines, and fennel. Credit goes to Iana, a special lady who lived near Castello a Mare.
Author: FredWilliams
Crafting the perfect affogato is more than meets the eye. In fact, there's more science to the dessert than most would care to acknowledge. Using gelato boosts the incredible flavor, and gives a velvety,...
Author: thedailygourmet
These green spinach noodles have a very interesting texture and flavor--but they taste better than store-bought noodles because they're fresh. Use in soups, or serve alone; they are great either way. This...
Author: McKenzie Delling
This is a twist on chicken Parmigiana, and because cube steaks are already thin, there's no need to pound them, saving on prep time.
Author: thedailygourmet
Tender roast beef cooked cacciatore-style in your slow cooker with lots of bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms in a hearty red wine tomato sauce. Serve with garlic mashed potatoes and garlic bread.
Author: Challengergurl
You'll love this blend of tomatoes, tuna and black olives in a homemade tomato sauce. My mom would make this during Lent for the family, but you'll want to make it all year round. My husband (who hates...
Author: AIRAMA
Very authentic, completely made from scratch. Rich creamy sauce complimented by delicious blackened chicken. Great food takes more time, but well worth the effort!
Author: -KOL-
This delicious vegan recipe can be quickly thrown together from things you probably already have in the kitchen.
Author: AMEZELL
A very rich, smooth, and creamy rice pudding with a hint of lemon. Pudding will thicken as it cools, but it's best served at room temperature or slightly warm.
Author: Nick Van Laar
This is a recipe I got from a friend that I modified for a little more kick, since my wife loves spicy food.
Author: J. Rentsch
A wonderfully tasty recipe with an Italian slant. This meatloaf is even better a day or two after it's cooked. Great for sandwiches, too. Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, and gravy!
Author: tarata
This is a very simple yet exciting dish your family will love. It's something different from your average chicken recipe.
Author: CHOMPY
This sweet rice pie is a dessert traditionally served on Easter by many Italian families. But this version is so good, I make it more often than that.
Author: Michele O'Sullivan
Fried ravioli cookie with a chick pea and chocolate filling. This recipe gets extra points for originality!
Author: MARBALET
Bold flavors in a very light sauce: substantial and satisfying, good warm-weather alternative to spaghetti bolognese. You might think the sauce too thin the first time you make it (almost a thick broth),...
Author: RENZ
My college roommate's family made this every Easter and sent a whole pie to us. I loved it and asked for a recipe but was told I could not have it. So I tweaked a few recipes I found myself, and my final...
Author: Brandi Rose
Amaretto gives this drink a fun twist! Frosty glasses rimmed with amaretto and sugar make this drink even better.
Author: HYATTTM
Bread dough is stuffed pepperoni and mozzarella cheese, and topped with a decorative braid.
Author: Arrenia Grubb
Main dish vegetarian eggplant bake, easy because you start with frozen breaded eggplant cutlets and a jar of sauce. Goes great with pasta and a salad.
Author: Ceil Hook
Basil pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese intermingle to produce a savory, colorful, EASY vegetarian sandwich. Wonderful served with seedless purple grapes.
Author: Alesa
Make this recipe for a delicious and moist Italian creme layer cake topped with coconut and pecans for a delicious and elegant dessert.
Author: Barbara
I've been buying a well known frozen dinner bag that's absolutely fantastic, but rather expensive. So I checked the ingredients, searched scampi recipes online, and decided to create my own by adding,...
Author: misteme
Turkey, beef, and Italian sausage meatballs that go perfectly with your favorite marinara sauce. Serve over pasta!
Author: Steve
A wonderful hazelnut- and coffee-flavored gelato I created after coming home from a trip to Rome a few years ago.
Author: Katie Poppy
Sfingi are also called zeppole. You'll never realize you're eating ricotta cheese! These are very good - be sure to eat them while they're warm.
Author: KITTYCATGRL
Lacking a food processor I had to find another way to do this idea which called for an artichoke pesto. My version came out as good or better. This is a great meatless dish hot or cold.
Author: Chairman James
Anchovies are an important ingredient for flavor. Do not substitute. Make with extra sauce to serve over pasta.
Author: DJCARR
This is a recipe for my Sicilian grandmother's creamy homemade ricotta cheese. Great as a spread on fresh bread or add as a topping to fresh Pasta.
Author: Orcashottie
I made this while watching 'A Farewell to Arms' on TV and realized the title suited the intent of the pasta, which was to celebrate the last gleanings from my rather prolific basil patch. If you feel the...
Author: GYPSY-WITCH
This mouth-watering chicken and potato dish satisfies all your taste buds!
Author: KXR173
A light, creamy pasta, asparagus, and shrimp dish. Bright veggies add color and complement nicely. Wonderfully simple in ingredients and quick to prepare!
Author: Jessica Giles
This results in a sauce that seems much richer than it actually is, and I think you'll love the subtle sweetness the wine imparts, which works wonderfully with the heat from the peppers.
Author: Chef John
A lighter version of a classic. If you want to use regular lasagna noodles and boil them first, omit the vegetable juice.
Author: ZOO66
Fresh squash blossoms and parsley give this pasta dish a wonderful summer flavor. Use your favorite pasta shape.
Author: robwala
One of my favorite ways to eat eggplant! Use any small pasta in interesting shapes like bowties, rotini, or seashells.
Author: SPEARL20
Awesome baked spaghetti and meatballs! Well worth the time!
Author: Stephanie
We love shrimp with lemon! This is a simple, yet gourmet, pasta dinner.
Author: Qhhunters
These Italian knot cookies are traditionally made for weddings and at Christmas. You can vary the flavor to include your favorite and also use sprinkles that coordinate the time of year.
Author: Brandi Rose
This Italian apple cake recipe is from my mom and reminds me of my childhood. It tastes delicious, and I bake it for my family now.
Author: Giulia
A clam and pasta dish with the taste of the sea. So easy to prepare and just so delicious. You can also substitute mussels for the clams.
Author: alida
I had a co-worker share this recipe with me and I put my own twist on it and thought it turned out to be quite tasty! My hubby does not like regular spaghetti but really enjoyed it this way!
Author: Ledbetters
A tasty, healthy chicken that's fancy enough for a guest but easy enough for any day of the week.
Author: TVMOVIEGIRL
Robert's Homemade Italian Sausage is easy to make and very tasty. Extra lean meat, low sodium, low sugar, and full flavor in every bite. Use in any recipe that calls for Italian sausage.
Author: Robert