Best Homemade Italian Recipes
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 …
This airy savory Ina Garten Italian Cacio e Pepe Cheese Puffs is made with Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper and ready in 40 minutes. Tearing one open reveals a steaming, cheesy hollow center speckled with sharp pepper. I always keep a batch in the freezer for unexpected guests. The Secret To Getting It Right …
This juicy, crispy Ina Garten Italian Roasted Tomatoes with Pesto is made with fresh plum tomatoes, basil pesto, and parmesan cheese, ready in just 35 minutes. The warm tomatoes collapse slightly in the oven while the panko topping forms a golden crust. I love making these when I have summer tomatoes that need using up …
This colorful, savory Ina Garten Italian Antipasto Platter is made with cured meats, fresh mozzarella, and marinated peppers, and ready in 20 minutes. The bright vegetables and rich meats look stunning as they overlap on a large wooden board. I always pull this together for easy entertaining on busy weekends. Why This Classic Works I …
This rich, creamy Ina Garten Italian Pastitsio is made with tender rigatoni, ground beef, and a velvety bechamel sauce, ready in 1 hour and 30 minutes. The top cheese layer turns a beautiful golden brown while the savory meat sauce bubbles up slowly around the edges. I love making this hearty dish for Sunday family …
This crispy silky Ina Garten Italian Chicken Piccata is made with chicken breasts, lemon juice, and capers and ready in 30 minutes. The bright citrus and butter sauce bubbles up around the golden seared cutlets. I love making this for a fast but impressive dinner. Why This Classic Works I used to struggle with dry …
This creamy earthy Ina Garten Italian Fettuccine Truffle Butter is made with heavy cream, white truffle butter, and fresh mushrooms, ready in 25 minutes. The rich truffle butter slowly melts into the warm pasta and cream to create a glossy, fragrant sauce. I make this whenever I need an elegant dinner without spending hours cooking. …
This creamy layered Ina Garten Italian Tiramisu is made with rich mascarpone, strong espresso, and ready in 12 hours 30 minutes. You lift the first serving out of the dish and reveal perfectly distinct, coffee-soaked layers. I rely on this classic dessert whenever I need a foolproof make-ahead option for dinner guests. Why This Classic …
This crispy juicy Ina Garten Italian Lemon Thyme Roast Chicken is made with fresh lemon, whole garlic cloves, and a large roasting chicken, and ready in 1 hour 45 minutes. The skin turns deeply golden while the citrus and herbs infuse the rich pan juices. I find myself making this nearly every Sunday because it …
