Best Homemade Italian Recipes
This chewy, crisp Italian Orzo Salad is made with tender orzo, fresh mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes and ready in 25 minutes. Pouring the tangy vinaigrette over the warm pasta allows it to soak up every drop of flavor. I always keep a batch in the fridge for quick summer lunches. Why This Classic Works I …
This crisp tender Italian Green Bean Salad is made with fresh green beans, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette, ready in just 15 minutes. Tossing the beans while they are still slightly warm allows them to soak up every drop of the garlicky dressing. I always make a double batch because it actually tastes better …
This moist, tender Italian Butter Cake is made with softened butter, whole milk, and almond extract, ready in 1 hour and 5 minutes. The rich crumb yields to a delicate vanilla and almond flavor as you slice through the golden crust. I always find myself reaching for a second piece with my afternoon coffee. Why …
This creamy, layered Italian No Bake Cake is made with mascarpone, espresso, and ladyfingers and ready in 4 hours 20 minutes. The magic happens when the coffee-soaked biscuits soften into a cake-like texture beneath the rich mascarpone filling. I love pulling this chilled dessert from the fridge when hosting dinner. Why This Classic Works Traditional …
This thick, hearty Rustic Italian Tomato Bread Ribollita Soup is made with cannellini beans, kale, and stale bread, and ready in 45 minutes. The magic happens when the toasted bread chunks melt into the savory tomato broth, thickening the pot perfectly. I find this is the absolute best way to use up a leftover rustic …
This briny, tender Italian Black Squid Ink Pasta With Seafood is made with black spaghetti, mixed shellfish, and white wine, ready in 35 minutes. The deep black strands naturally contrast with the bright pink shrimp and blistered tomatoes as they toss in the garlic butter sauce. I love serving this visually striking dish when I …
This hearty rich Italian Sausage Rigatoni Soup is made with spicy ground sausage, crushed tomatoes, and tender pasta, and ready in 40 minutes. Swirling the splash of heavy cream into the simmering tomato broth creates a perfectly silky finish. I make this comforting bowl whenever the weather turns slightly chilly. Why This Classic Works Most …
This comforting, citrusy Italian Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is made with tender chicken, chewy orzo, and ready in 40 minutes. Stirring fresh lemon juice into the rich, simmering broth at the very end creates a bright aroma that wakes up the entire dish. I find myself craving this whenever the weather turns chilly or I …
This rich velvety Creamy Italian Chicken Soup is made with tender chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, and ready in 45 minutes. The bright green spinach wilts gently into the warm, garlic-infused cream broth right before serving. I make this cozy pot whenever the weather starts turning cold. What Makes This Version Different I …
This tender silky Italian Chicken Francaise is made with thin chicken cutlets and fresh lemon, ready in 35 minutes. The rich white wine and butter sauce softly bubbles around the golden egg-battered chicken. I always keep these simple staple ingredients ready for busy family weeknights. Restaurant-Quality At Home I used to think pan-frying chicken in …
