Discover the flavors of Italy with this collection of 21 Italian Recipes. These dishes showcase the simplicity and taste that Italian cooking is known for. From pasta and pizza to desserts, there’s something for everyone. Try them out and you might find yourself saying “grazie” for a delicious meal.
Italian Beef Sandwich
As a proud Chicago native, this Italian Beef Sandwich recipe holds a special place in my heart and I can’t wait to share it with you! It features succulent, thinly sliced beef slow-cooked to perfection in a Dutch oven with a fragrant Italian spice blend. Each bite is savory, juicy beef goodness, piled high on a crusty Italian roll and crowned with tangy giardiniera. And let’s not forget about the jus – a rich, flavorful broth that’s served alongside, perfect for dipping your sandwich and enhancing its already incredible taste. These sandwiches aren’t just a meal; they’re an experience—a celebration of bold flavors and deliciousness!
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Gigli Pasta with Bolognese Sauce
If you love Italian food, then this Homemade Bolognese Sauce is a must-try. This classic recipe takes time and patience to prepare but the end result is worth it! When served with Gigli pasta, which is said to be native to Southern Tuscany, this dish creates a truly unforgettable culinary experience. This easy-to-follow dish is sure to be an instant favorite for anyone who loves classic Italian foods. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with slowed cooked heavenly goodness with this homemade Bolognese sauce recipe!
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Garlic Butter Ciabatta Bread
Take your tastebuds on a trip with this delicious Stuffed Garlic Ciabatta Bread. The crunchy outer crust gives way to a pillow-soft interior, packed full of fragrant rosemary, zesty garlic and the perfect blend of butter and olive oil for added richness – it’s sure to be a hit!
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Zesty Baked Italian Style Chicken Wings
This Easy Chicken recipe of Zesty Baked Italian Style Chicken Wings is simple, healthy and delicious. Mediterranean flavors made with a garlicky Italian dressing of fresh Italian herbs. Bake in the oven or use air fryer option for crispier wings.
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Tiramisu
The best vegan Tiramisu recipe with layers of espresso-soaked homemade ladyfingers and non-dairy mascarpone cream. A flavorsome and creamy remake of an Italian classic made without tofu, nuts, dairy, or eggs!
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Authentic Pasta Fagioli
Authentic Pasta Fagioli is a delicious, hearty soup with main ingredients, including beans, pasta, and greens in a tomato broth.
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Chicken Thigh Marsala
Juicy and delicious, this Chicken Thigh Marsala is a phenomenal dish. The best chicken marsala is made with chicken thighs as they’re so juicy and richly flavored. The golden brown chicken is served in a sweet, buttery sauce that has dry marsala wine to give it an absolutely delicious flavor. Served with fluffy mashed potatoes or your side dish of choice, chicken thigh marsala makes a truly amazing meal with restaurant-style flavor.
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Crispy Toasted Ravioli
This Crispy Toasted Ravioli is oven baked, not fried. Panko breadcrumbs provide extra crunch. Dip your baked ravioli in plenty of marinara sauce for a standout appetizer.
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Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad
The days are getting longer, and the temperature is rising, so Just Gimme Fries thought the time was right to share a simple salad recipe! This dish is great as a light lunch, but can easily double as an appetizer as well. No matter what you decide to do, the combination of the sweet, grilled wild peaches, creamy burrata, and salty prosciutto is amazing.
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Ricotta Lemon Pasta
One pot Ricotta Lemon Pasta with Arugula and Parmesan Cheese! Make an easy lemon ricotta pasta sauce in just a few steps to enjoy this deliciously bright dinner!
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Sheet Pan Caprese Pizza
If you love the fresh flavors of a Caprese salad, you’re definitely going to enjoy this mouthwatering Sheet Pan Caprese Pizza for dinner tonight. Refrigerated pizza dough is topped with two kinds of tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, aromatic basil leaves, and a sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect for a quick, light, and fresh meal, this semi-homemade caprese pizza is a delightful change of pace that feels extra special, whether it’s a weeknight or a cozy night in. Rather than using tomato sauce, fresh garlic and olive oil are used to make this wonderful pizza. If you are looking for a pizza recipe that’s aromatic, homemade and easy, this one ticks all the boxes.
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Paradise Cake (Torta Paradiso)
Ever tried a traditional Torta Paradiso, the heavenly Italian Paradise Sponge Cake? Made with a generous amount of butter, eggs and flour, this recipe is soft, rich, and has a delicious citrus fragrance: comfort food at its finest!
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Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Pomodoro
Mozzarella-Stuffed Chicken Pomodoro is a mouthwatering one-pan 30-minute meal for the whole family! It features juicy Italian-seasoned chicken stuffed with mozzarella and pesto cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce. Add this restaurant-worthy dish to your weekly rotation and be sure to make enough for seconds!
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Sicilian Eggplant Caponata
Eggplant Caponata is a traditional Sicilian dish with a sweet and sour flavor known as “agrodolce” in Italian. It’s a rustic eggplant salad made with olives, tomatoes, celery, pine nuts, raisins and plenty of other flavorful ingredients. This traditional eggplant caponata recipe makes a wonderful antipasto, side dish or condiment to go along with your favorite Italian meals.
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Lasagna Soup
Experience the classic flavors of lasagna in a simple, one-pot meal with this Easy Lasagna Soup recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines the comfort of traditional lasagna with the ease of a hearty soup, all made in under an hour using readily available ingredients.
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Italian Baked Eggs
These easy Italian Baked Eggs are perfect for breakfast (or breakfast-for-dinner!) With spicy Italian sausage, crushed tomatoes, and plenty of fresh basil. Top with parmesan cheese and serve over toasted bread.
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Mascarpone Mousse
This Mascarpone Mousse is for mascarpone lovers! And it is super easy to make too. With just a few strokes of a whisk, you’ll get a luxurious make-ahead dessert that comes together with only 5 simple ingredients. This light and creamy mousse is flavored with a hint of vanilla and then topped with a thin coat of cacao powder and fresh berries—gluten-free, sugar-free, and a great low-carb option.
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Lemon Fettuccine with Garlic Shrimp
This Lemon Fettuccine with Garlic Shrimps recipe has a light, fresh taste to it. It’s easy to cook, and works great for lunch or dinner. Give it a try and let me know what you think!
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Ultimate Italian Short Ribs (Braised Beef Ribs)
Delicious braised Italian Short Ribs made with boneless beef short ribs, red wine, leeks, onions, carrots, fresh herbs, and Italian seasoning. Serve with mashed potatoes or creamy polenta for the perfect comfort food. This is a beautiful recipe to serve guests; you can do all the prep work early or the day before.
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Healthy Tuscan Pasta Salad
This Sun Dried Tuscan Pasta Salad recipe makes an excellent summer side dish to chicken or a burger. It seriously has so much flavor! Or make this a complete meal by adding in some chicken!
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Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream Dessert (Tartufo)
This Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream Dessert has a decadent heart of chocolate hazelnut ice cream covered with a dark chocolate shell. It is a traditional Italian ice cream dessert called Tartufo. It is sometimes served in restaurants with a center of wild raspberry ice cream, cherry, or other ice cream flavors.
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