Best Homemade Italian Recipes
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 …
This creamy bright Italian Lemon Pasta With Fresh Basil is made with fresh lemon zest, parmesan cheese, and torn basil leaves, and ready in just 20 minutes. The warm noodles drink up the citrusy sauce until every strand is coated in a glossy, rich emulsion. I always keep these basic ingredients around for busy weeknight …
This hearty tender Italian Barley Soup is made with pearl barley, root vegetables, and diced tomatoes, and ready in 60 minutes. The rich broth thickens naturally as the grains plump up, creating a deeply comforting and textured bowl. I love making a big batch of this on chilly Sunday afternoons. Why This Classic Works The …
This rich, creamy Italian Lobster Pasta With Cream Sauce is made with fresh lobster tails, garlic, and heavy cream, ready in just 30 minutes. Tossing the hot linguine into the rich garlic cream sauce until every strand is coated is incredibly satisfying. I love making this for weekend dinners. Restaurant-Quality At Home I used to …
This hearty chunky Italian Ground Beef Hamburger Vegetable Soup is made with lean ground beef, diced tomatoes, and mixed vegetables, ready in 40 minutes. The starchy pasta plumping up in the rich tomato broth makes every spoonful incredibly satisfying. I love making a big batch of this on cold, rainy afternoons. Why This Classic Works …