Best Homemade Italian Recipes
This crispy chewy Sun-dried Tomato Pizza is made with oil-packed tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and a garlic-infused base, ready in just 30 minutes. The crust puffs up beautifully while the intense, sweet tomatoes blister slightly in the hot oven. I always keep a jar of these flavorful tomatoes in my pantry specifically for this meal. Why …
This crunchy nutty Vegan Biscotti is made with sliced almonds, vanilla, and coconut oil, ready in 60 minutes. Slicing the warm baked log reveals beautiful cross-sections of almonds just before they get twice-baked to a firm snap. I always keep a jar of these on my kitchen counter for morning coffee. Why This Classic Works …
This fresh, vibrant Neapolitan Pizza Sauce is made with whole San Marzano tomatoes, sea salt, and fresh basil, and ready in just 5 minutes. Crushing the tomatoes by hand releases their sweet juices while keeping a rustic texture perfectly suited for high heat. I always keep a batch ready for homemade pizza nights. Why This …
This hearty tender Italian Chicken Stew is made with boneless chicken thighs, crushed tomatoes, and sweet bell peppers, and ready in 60 minutes. The rich red broth thickens around the vegetables while the meat becomes incredibly soft and easy to pull apart. I love making this on a cold rainy evening when I need comfort …
This creamy nutty Bacio Gelato (Chocolate Hazelnut Kiss) is made with pure hazelnut paste, dark chocolate, and whole milk, ready in 5 hours. The crunch of toasted nuts cutting through the velvety chocolate base is truly spectacular. I love making this for weekend dinners when craving Italian sweets. Why This Classic Works Getting the exact …
Zabaione Gelato is a rich frozen version of the classic Italian custard made with egg yolks, sweet Marsala wine, whole milk and heavy cream. Prep takes 15 minutes with a 3-hour chill before churning. Plan for about 5 hours total including the final 2-hour freeze before serving. The key step is cooking the zabaione over …
Nocciola Gelato is a creamy, dense Italian hazelnut gelato made with whole milk, heavy cream, egg yolks and pure roasted hazelnut paste. Prep takes about 20 minutes with a 3-hour chill before churning. Plan on roughly 7 hours total from start to scoop. The two steps that matter most are tempering the eggs and using …
Ina Garten’s Tuna & Hummus Sandwiches come from her cookbook Barefoot Contessa: How Easy Is That? It’s a quick lunch with Italian tuna in olive oil, toasted sourdough, store-bought hummus, celery, cornichons, Dijon and fresh radishes. Active prep is about 20 minutes but the tuna salad needs a couple of hours in the fridge before …
This tender, savory Stanley Tucci Italian Broccoli Rabe with Garlic is made with fresh rapini and garlic, ready in 25 minutes. The vivid green stems sizzle in garlic infused oil, softening into rich ribbons of flavor. I find the quick blanching step absolutely essential for removing that harsh bitterness. Why This Classic Works I used …
This rustic, comforting Stanley Tucci Italian String Bean Minestra is made with fresh green beans, tender potatoes, and ready in 60 minutes. The rich tomato broth clings to the vegetables, releasing a fragrant aroma of garlic and basil. I always look forward to curling up with a bowl on chilly evenings. Why This Classic Works …