Best Homemade Italian Recipes
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 …
This light, creamy Stanley Tucci Italian Delizia al Limone is made with airy sponge cake, sweet lemon cream, and ready in 3 hours. Slicing through the glossy yellow glaze reveals a soft center bursting with bright citrus flavor. I always feel like I am back on the Amalfi coast when making this. What I Learned …
This rich, hearty Stanley Tucci Italian Tagliatelle Bolognese is made with ground beef, pancetta, and crushed tomatoes and ready in 2 hours and 20 minutes. The slow simmering melts the soffritto into the meat, creating a deeply savory sauce that clings perfectly to the wide ribbons of pasta. I find making this authentic ragu incredibly …
This charred, juicy Stanley Tucci Italian Bistecca alla Fiorentina is made with an extra-thick porterhouse steak, coarse sea salt, and olive oil, and is ready in 20 minutes. Slicing through the dark, smoky crust to reveal that perfectly rare, ruby-red center feels incredibly rewarding. I love recreating this Tuscan masterpiece at home for special weekend …
This creamy, rich Stanley Tucci Italian Spaghetti alla Nerano is made with fried zucchini, sharp provolone, and fresh basil, ready in 45 minutes. The magic happens when the hot pasta water melts the cheese into the soft zucchini, creating a naturally glossy emulsion. I love how such simple ingredients produce an incredibly luxurious dinner. Why …
