Best Homemade Italian Recipes
This fluffy, nutty Italian Cream Sheet Cake is made with sweetened coconut, crunchy pecans, and a tangy cream cheese frosting, ready in just under an hour. The best part is swirling that thick, rich frosting over the tender crumb and showering it with even more toasted nuts. I love this version because it delivers all …
This crispy, golden Homemade Italian Bread Crumbs recipe is made with stale bread, dried herbs, and garlic powder, and is ready in just 20 minutes. The hero moment comes when you pulse the toasted cubes into fine, fragrant crumbs that smell far better than anything from a canister. I stopped buying the store-bought version years …
This crispy, golden Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets recipe is made with a savory parmesan-panko crust and finished with fresh herbs, ready in under 30 minutes. The hero moment arrives when the cutlets hit the hot oil, sizzling until the cheese and basil breading turns a deep, shattering bronze. I love making this for busy weeknights …
This comforting and savory Italian Wedding Soup With Chicken Meatballs And Escarole is made with tender ground chicken, fresh greens, and tiny pasta, ready in under an hour. The broth becomes rich and flavorful as the delicate meatballs simmer directly in the liquid alongside the wilting greens. I love making this whenever I need a …
This zesty, crunchy Italian Chicken Pasta Salad is made with tender rotini, juicy chicken breast, and fresh vegetables, and ready in just 30 minutes. The tangy dressing coats every spiral of pasta and pearl of mozzarella for a perfectly balanced bite. I always rely on this recipe for summer potlucks because it actually tastes better …
This moist, fluffy Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake is made with fresh ricotta cheese, bright lemon zest, and pantry staples, and is ready in just over an hour. The hero moment is the golden, slightly domed crust that gives way to an incredibly tender, almost custard-like crumb. I love serving this simple yet elegant dessert with …
This chunky, warming Hearty Italian Vegetable Garden Soup is made with cannellini beans, tender zucchini, and small pasta, and ready in 45 minutes. A parmesan rind simmers slowly in the tomato-based broth to release a rich, savory depth that transforms simple vegetables. I make a big batch of this every Sunday to keep my lunches …
This tender, silky Italian Eggplant Salad is made with roasted eggplant, fresh herbs, and a tangy vinaigrette, ready in just 45 minutes. The magic happens when you toss the hot, golden eggplant cubes directly into the dressing, allowing them to instantly absorb the garlic and oregano flavors like a sponge. I love making this for …
This cheesy, saucy Italian Chicken Rice Casserole is made with tender chicken chunks, fluffy white rice, and rich marinara sauce in just 50 minutes. The savory tomato broth cooks the grains perfectly while the mozzarella topping bubbles into a golden, irresistible crust. I love how this simple one-pan dinner delivers massive flavor without a mountain …
This moist, nutty Italian Almond Cake is made with fine almond flour, fresh lemon zest, and eggs, and is ready in just over one hour. The golden crust cracks gently as it cools, revealing a soft, marzipan-like interior that melts in your mouth. I love serving this simple, elegant dessert with a strong cup of …