Best Homemade Italian Recipes
This tender, zesty Italian Potato Salad With Green Beans is made with waxy red potatoes, fresh green beans, and a garlic-herb vinaigrette, ready in 35 minutes. Tossing the warm potatoes directly into the dressing allows them to absorb the tangy flavors instantly instead of just coating the surface. I love serving this at summer barbecues …
This feathery, shredded Panettone Christmas Bread Italian is made with candied orange peel, plump raisins, and plenty of butter, ready in about 24 hours. Watching the dough dome perfectly over the paper mold before hanging it upside down ensures that signature towering height and cloud-like crumb. I finally cracked the code on getting that airy …
This tender, savory Turkey Meatball Italian Wedding Soup With Orzo is made with lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and aromatic vegetables, ready in under 45 minutes. Simmering the meatballs directly in the broth infuses every spoonful with rich flavor while the pasta cooks to perfection. I love making this lighter version for weeknight dinners because …
This crunchy, tangy Creamy Italian Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon is made with tender rotini, crisp vegetables, and a secret two-dressing blend, all ready in just 25 minutes. The magic happens when you whisk the zesty Italian dressing into the rich ranch, creating a sauce that clings perfectly to every noodle. I bring this to …
This crisp, tangy Italian Side Salad is made with fresh romaine, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette in just 15 minutes. The best part is tossing the cold, crunchy greens with the dressing until every leaf glistens with flavor. I make this simple side dish at least once a week whenever we have pizza …
This hearty, savory Keto Low Carb Gluten Free Italian Wedding Soup is made with tender beef meatballs, riced cauliflower, and fresh spinach, ready in just 45 minutes. Watch the meatballs gently float to the top of the rich broth as they finish cooking. I love serving this warming bowl when I need a comforting meal …
This crispy golden Italian Breaded Chicken Cutlets is made with tender pounded chicken, parmesan breadcrumbs, and fresh lemon and ready in 25 minutes. Watch the coating turn a deep, satisfying amber color as it hits the hot oil, locking in the juices. I make this whenever I need a quick dinner that tastes like a …
This moist, dense Italian Hangover Cake is made with Greek yogurt, Galliano liqueur, and fresh orange juice, and is ready in 60 minutes. A sweet, boozy glaze soaks into the warm bundt, creating an irresistible sticky crust. I love serving this aromatic dessert for a lazy Sunday brunch. Why This Classic Works This cake relies …
This chunky, hearty Classic Authentic Italian Minestrone Vegetable Soup is made with seasonal vegetables, cannellini beans, and ditalini pasta, ready in just over one hour. Simmering a parmesan rind in the broth transforms simple vegetable stock into a rich, savory foundation. I love making a big pot on Sundays to enjoy healthy lunches throughout the …
This crispy, gooey Stuffed Italian Bread is made with fresh mozzarella, savory garlic butter, and herbs, and ready in just 30 minutes. The golden crust crackles as you pull apart the warm loaf, revealing long strands of melted cheese stretching from deep within the soft interior. I make this easy side dish whenever I need …