Best Homemade Italian Recipes
This rich, custard-soaked Italian Bread Pudding is made with leftover panettone, whole milk, and orange zest, and ready in 60 minutes. The crust develops a beautiful golden crunch while the center remains incredibly soft and creamy. I always bake this when I have holiday bread left over. Why This Classic Works I used to struggle …
This bold, tender Spicy Italian Garlic Shrimp Pasta With Tomato Sauce is made with large shrimp, crushed tomatoes, and red pepper flakes, and ready in 35 minutes. Tossing the hot linguine into the bubbling garlic sauce ensures every strand is perfectly coated. I always make this when craving something intensely flavorful yet simple. Restaurant-Quality At …
This hearty savory Italian Meatball Orzo Soup is made with tender beef meatballs, small pasta, and rich chicken broth and ready in 40 minutes. Watching the orzo swell and absorb the deeply flavored tomato broth makes it impossible not to grab a spoon right away. I always look forward to serving this comforting bowl on …
This creamy, hearty Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup is made with ground Italian sausage, potato gnocchi, and fresh spinach, and ready in 30 minutes. Watching the soft gnocchi float to the surface of the rich, bubbling broth is deeply satisfying. I love making this on chilly evenings when I need something fast and comforting. Restaurant-Quality At …
This crispy, buttery Toasted Italian Bread is made with fresh garlic, grated Parmesan, and ready in just 15 minutes. The edges turn deeply golden in the oven while the garlic butter melts down into the soft center. I make this almost every time we have pasta for dinner. Why This Classic Works I used to …
This crispy, savory Italian Chicken Wings is made with garlic powder, dried herbs, and parmesan cheese and ready in 55 minutes. Pulling the golden wings from the oven and immediately tossing them in grated cheese creates an irresistible melted coating. I always make a double batch when friends come over. Why This Classic Works Baking …
This crusty, soft Small Batch Italian Bread is made with bread flour, yeast, and olive oil and ready in just over two hours. Slicing through the golden, crackling crust reveals a steaming, airy center that begs for a generous pat of butter. I love making this when I need fresh bread for dinner but do …
This silky comforting Italian Egg Drop Stracciatella Soup is made with chicken broth, eggs, and parmesan cheese and ready in 15 minutes. The delicate egg ribbons bloom instantly as you pour the cheese mixture into the hot, bubbling broth. I find myself making this on chilly evenings when I want something nourishing fast. Why This …
This creamy, silky Classic Italian Pasta Carbonara With Pancetta is made with crispy pancetta, eggs, and Pecorino Romano and ready in 25 minutes. The magic happens when the whisked eggs and cheese hit the hot pasta off the heat, melting into a glossy sauce. I find myself making this at least once a week when …
This fluffy, glossy Italian Meringue Cake is made with a soft sponge and tart lemon curd, ready in 1 hour and 15 minutes. The stiff, toasted peaks of meringue create a crisp shell that yields to a marshmallow-like interior. I love watching the kitchen torch transform the stark white frosting into a toasted masterpiece. What …
