Best Homemade Italian Recipes
This slick garlicky Ina Garten Italian Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is made with good olive oil, slivered garlic, and fresh parsley, and ready in 25 minutes. Watching the thin garlic slices turn pale golden as they gently sizzle in warm olive oil is deeply satisfying. I find myself making this on busy weeknights when the …
This crunchy, savory Ina Garten Italian Crispy Chicken with Lemon Orzo is made with panko-breaded chicken breasts, fresh lemon, and ready in 45 minutes. Slicing into the golden crust reveals juicy meat that pairs beautifully with the citrusy, tender pasta. I rely on this combination whenever I need a reliable weeknight dinner. Why This Classic …
This rich, comforting Ina Garten Italian Sausage and Fennel Rigatoni is made with sweet Italian sausage, fresh fennel, and heavy cream, and ready in 55 minutes. The fennel softens perfectly into the creamy tomato sauce, clinging to every ridge of the pasta. I always look forward to serving this hearty bowl on a chilly evening. …
This hearty savory Ina Garten Italian Spaghetti and Meatballs is made with ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and parmesan cheese, ready in 1 hour and 30 minutes. Slicing into a tender meatball reveals a perfectly seasoned center that drinks up the rich red wine tomato sauce. I love keeping a batch of these in the freezer …
This creamy, rich Ina Garten Italian Penne alla Vodka is made with crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and sharp parmesan, ready in 1 hour and 45 minutes. The sauce turns a beautiful pale orange as the cream hits the hot roasted tomato base. I always look forward to serving this directly from the skillet to my …
This rich, hearty Ina Garten Italian Baked Rigatoni with Lamb Ragu is made with ground lamb, crushed tomatoes, and ready in 1 hour and 20 minutes. The savory meat sauce bubbles away in the oven under a golden crust of melted cheese. I always look forward to serving this comforting dish on chilly weekend evenings. …
This spicy, robust Ina Garten Italian Shrimp Linguine Fra Diavolo is made with large shrimp and crushed tomatoes, and ready in 40 minutes. The moment the white wine reduces into the garlic and fiery red pepper flakes, your kitchen will smell absolutely incredible. I always keep extra crusty bread nearby to soak up the leftover …
This rich, custardy Ina Garten Italian Panettone Bread Pudding is made with sweet panettone, heavy cream, and orange zest, and ready in 1 hour. The sweet, fruit-studded bread acts like a sponge, soaking up the orange liqueur custard before baking into a golden, puffed dessert. I usually make this right after the holidays when I …
This comforting hearty Ina Garten Italian Wedding Soup is made with homemade chicken meatballs, fresh spinach, and ready in 1 hour and 10 minutes. The baked meatballs slowly absorb the rich broth while the tiny pasta plumps up perfectly. I always look forward to making this big batch on chilly afternoons. Why This Classic Works …
This savory sweet Ina Garten Italian Peas and Pancetta is made with frozen peas, crispy pancetta, and shallots, and ready in 15 minutes. Tossing the bright green peas in the salty rendered fat creates an incredible burst of flavor. I rely on this quick side dish when my main course needs a salty contrast. Why …
