Recipezaar: Italian,< 60 mins recipes

Pressed Cheese Sandwiches

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:37:34 -0400

Simple is the best way to start off a meal. Alex sure knows how to dress a simple sandwich and make it super! :) These are best chilled overnight before cooking, so make the day before eating! Recipe courtesy Alex Guarnaschelli From the new show: Alex's Day Off Episode: Dinner with Friends -- posted by Sharon123

Stuffed Red Peppers With Cheesy Polenta and Green Chiles

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:03:34 -0400

Yum! Red bell peppers stuffed with polenta, chiles, and cheese! Add in a little cream and you have a dish you will love! Adapted from Southern Living Magazine, July 2004 -- posted by Sharon123

Penne With Eggplant Puree Recipe

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:18:39 -0400

Another easy way to get the kids to eat their veggies. What kid doesn't love pasta? -- posted by Jencathen

Ragu Bolognese (Oamc)

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:20:06 -0400

A hearty, classic meaty sauce that goes down well with everyone. Freeze in portions in a sealed container and freeze for up to one month. Defrost in the fridge when ready to use and reheat fully. -- posted by English_Rose

Pumpkin Pistachio Cannoli

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:28:27 -0400

I love Cannoli's! The best are from the North End of Boston at Mike's Pastry. Here is a Cannoli recipe for the fall or Thanksgiving!! -- posted by "Food:The Way To Anyone's Heart"

Armadillos (Stuffed Jumbo Shells) OAMC

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:30:16 -0400

I adapted this recipe from traditional stuffed shells recipes because my DH and I do not like ricotta cheese. This is a GREAT recipe for kids who are picky eaters (kids think it is fun because they actually look like little armadillos!) and my nephew loves these. Great served with garlic bread or salad. Freezes well also. -- posted by NICU Nurse Dee

Baked Chicken Parmesan

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:29:20 -0500

A healthier but just as good version! -- posted by emma1222

Cheesy Chicken Penne Pasta Bake

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:50:37 -0500

I am always looking for simple yet filling casserole type recipes to fix for busy weeknights. I found this recipe at our local grocery store. Delicious and very easy to make! -- posted by Ms. Delaney

Italian Wedding Soup

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:13:03 -0500

A combo of several wonderful Wedding Soup recipes.... -- posted by dukeswalker

Marinated Butternut Squash(Scapece Di Zucca)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:37:24 -0500

From the cookbook Today's Kitchen cookbook(America's No. 1 Morning Show) this was made by Mario Batali. Yum! -- posted by Sharon123

Creamy Oven-Roasted Polenta With Chives

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:31:19 -0500

Who knew that you could make creamy, delicious polenta in the oven without ever having to stir it! Make this once and you'll never make polenta any other way! -- posted by Chef Art

Farfalle With Chicken, Mushrooms, Spinach and Ricotta Cheese

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:53:29 -0500

This is a nice light pasta - the sauce isn't heavy (or, really, very saucy at all) and the ricotta makes it just a touch creamy. It's also quite healthy. This is one of those recipes that can be made quickly with what you have in the kitchen! Instead of overdoing the pasta - we used whole wheat pasta & bulked it up with veggies and lean chicken breast. The finished dish is very eye appealing and tastes marvelous! ellysaysopa.com. :) -- posted by Manami

Minestra With Sweet Sausage

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:56:41 -0500

This recipe is from Rachael Ray. -- posted by Lainey6605

Cherry Tomato and Ravioli Soup

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:59:41 -0500

Adapted from a Rachael Ray recipe. -- posted by Lainey6605

Shelle's Stuffed Shells

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:55:32 -0500

I've played around with this recipe for awhile and this version has become the family favorite. It's also great for potlucks and entertaining. This is a one pan size but you can easily use the whole box of shells and double the rest of the recipe. Enjoy! -- posted by MomMakesDinner

Spaghetti With Braised Kale (Bon Appétit)

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:59:38 -0500

An easy vegetarian (or vegan) recipe from Molly Wizenberg printed in Bon Appétit (October 2009). Lacitano kale is also called Tuscan kale or dinosaur kale. This recipe is very adaptable. You can add shallots, red pepper flakes, or other herbs and spices. Season with salt and pepper. -- posted by blucoat

Petto Di Pollo Con Gorgonzola

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:28:17 -0500

Recipe is from La Finestra restaurant in Tarzana, California. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Roman Spinach Chicken With Orzo

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:27:53 -0500

Nice change of pace from tomato-based Italian chicken dishes. -- posted by The Wallaces

Chicken Breasts With Portabella Mushrooms

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:09:44 -0500

Impressive dish with minimal effort involved. Perfect for a dinner party or romantic dinner! -- posted by The Wallaces

Sandy's Spaghetti Sauce

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:51:59 -0500

Another creation by my mother-in-law, who is one of those cooks that can come up with delicious recipes off the top of her head! The sauce is more chunky than smooth texture. Yield: Enough sauce for about 1 lb of pasta. -- posted by The Wallaces

Tuscan White Bean Ragout

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:31:34 -0500

Eaten on it's own, or used in other dishes, this is good! This hearty stew packs lots of flavor and nutrition! Adapted from The Everything Vegetarian Cookbook by Jay Weinstein. -- posted by Sharon123

Sneaky and Easy Homemade Pasta Sauce

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:15:14 -0500

Lots of nutrition packed into a pasta sauce and nobody needs to know! Adapted from the Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Fresh Cavatelli/Cauliflower/Almonds & Toasted Bread Crumbs

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:28:47 -0500

Casareccie Vruocchele e Vredocchie - This dish couldn't be bad if it tried to be! All the ingredients = fabulous! This is from Lidia Bastianich's new cookbook "Lidia Cooks from the Heart of Italy" and we made this last night and it was awesome! Comfort food, oh yes! :) -- posted by Manami

Cauliflower Flan

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:00:51 -0500

This is a great little side - quite elegant - easy, and can be prepared ahead and reheated. -- posted by evelyn/athens

1-Dish Italian 5-Cheese Pizza Bake

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:59:27 -0500

A quick recipe with only 20 minutes preparation using Fleishchmann's Rapid Rise yeast! -- posted by Sharon123

Coconut Chocolate Biscotti

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 10:02:37 -0500

Biscotti, how I love them. These are a great choice for the holiday cookie trays or whenever you have the desire. They can include almonds if you like. -- posted by Annacia

Pappa Al Pomodoro Alla Jamie Oliver

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:24:09 -0500

From Jamie's Italy - I always add a tablespoon or two of pesto. -- posted by The Impossible Cook

Italian Tortellini Soup(Vegetarian)

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:30:23 -0500

Cheese-filled tortellini turns this hearty bean and vegetable soup into a family favorite! Add other vegetables of your choice. You can add vegetarian sausage to this if you wish! :) From Cambell's. -- posted by Sharon123

Italian Meat Bars

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:37:54 -0500

Spicy and flavorful italian meats in a soft, chewy and rich pastry crust. A favorite in our house and often requested for pot-luck gatherings, especially around the holidays! I got this recipe from a coworker years ago who just gave me general directions, and have spent a few years refining it. -- posted by CityGirlExiledToASmallTown

Pork With Lemon and Garlic

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:53:19 -0500

Wonderful pork dish, blending flavors of prosciutto, lemon, garlic, shallots and oregano! Adapted from a Barnes and Noble Pasta and Italian cookbook. The original recipe called for 4 shallots instead of 2. I found 4 shallots to overpower the rest of the flavors, which is why I reduced them to 1/2 the original. -- posted by The Wallaces

Chicken Penne With Mozzarella and Tomato

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:00:03 -0500

Quick casserole with a unique blend of flavors -- posted by Chef #643573

Shrimp Ravioli With a Tomato Vodka Cream Sauce

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:14:29 -0500

I have been making these for years - ever since I moved to FL where shrimp is so affordable. They are light and creamy. Wonton wrappers make this easy to make and the creamy sauce is a quick 10 minutes on the stove. I often make these ahead and freeze ... then when I need them, just pop them in some boiling water, heat up my sauce, and dinner is ready. Serve with a traditional crisp salad (I happen to like a grilled romaine salad) and then of course some crusty garlic bread. A nice twist to the traditional cheese or beef ravioli. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Chicken Cacciatore

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:08:39 -0500

Serve over cooked rice or egg noodles, if desired. -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Gluten-Free Pizza (Hertzberg & Francois Olive Oil Bread)

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:48:01 -0500

Full credit and thanks for this recipe goes to Jeff Hertzberg & Zoe Francios, since it comes from thier "Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day". I'm posting it for friends in the Celiac Disease/Gluten-Free community here on Recipezaar, who love pizza but need a GF version!! This recipe is also potato-free, for those who have additional food allergies. They include a second pizza dough recipe in the book, which I have also posted (Recipe #403323 #403323). A significant advantage to this recipe over the other GF pizza recipes (there's one on recipezaar and several on a number of other websites) is that it is free of the need to knead and the dough can last for 7 days refrigerated. I haven't tried freezing it yet ... will update recipe with info once I try. Makes 4 lbs of dough, roughly 8 14" pizzas; don't know how many mini-pizzas (bagel/muffin size -- 3" diameter ) it can do, but I would estimate about 16 per 1/4 lb dough or 128 for the full 4 lb dough recipe as written. The prep time is estimated assuming you have made the dough previously (i.e, it is refrigerated and you are starting at step 8). If you are making the dough from scratch for immediate use (i.e., starting from step 1), the prep time is about 2 1/2 hours additional, of which only 1/2 hour is active chef prep. The nutritional analysis is for the dough only and doesn't include the pizza toppings. -- posted by Gandalf The White

Tortellini Chowder

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:14:55 -0500

quick and easy... You can also put sausage or prosciutto instead... -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Chicken With Balsamic Vinegar

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:24:04 -0500

Adapted from Barnes and Noble Pasta and Italian cookbook. Prep time does not include time to marinate, which should be as long as possible, preferably overnight. -- posted by The Wallaces

Sicilian Style Roasted Vegetables With Balsamic Syrup

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:59:15 -0500

One of the winning recipes from up and coming student chefs! This would be a great side dish for the holidays! Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Sausage and Mushroom Risotto

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:53:24 -0500

Creamy, hearty meal. Side with a simple salad. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Gluten-Free Pizza (Hertzberg & Francois Crusty Boule)

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:30:59 -0500

As mentioned in my other GF pizza dough recipe (Recipe #402987 #402987), this is from "Healthy Bread in 5 Minutes a Day" by Jeff Hertzberg & Zoe Francois. They seem to favor their olive bread recipe for pizza, but I've found both outstanding. There are a couple of things that set this apart from other pizza dough recipes: this is a no-knead recipe, so it's easy on your hands (especially important if you also have arthritis) and it can be refrigerated for use in other recipes (bread, crackers) for about 7 days. I don't have experience in freezing it, but will update this later with info (or perhaps other zaar readers can comment ...). This recipe makes enough dough for 8 12-14" pizzas -- you need about 1/2 pound per pizza. Doing a little math, if you want 3" mini-pizzas (the size of a bagel or English muffin), you'll get about 16 mini-pizzas from a 1/2 pound lump of dough ... or about 128 from a full recipe! According to Jeff and Zoe, this recipe is easily doubled or halved. The prep time is estimated assuming you have made the dough previously (i.e, it is refrigerated and you are starting at step 9). If you are making the dough from scratch for immediate use (i.e., starting from step 1), the prep time is about 2 1/2 hours additional, of which only 1/2 hour is active chef prep. The nutritional analysis is for the dough only and doesn't include the pizza toppings. -- posted by Gandalf The White

Pesto Lasagna

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:32:08 -0500

Scrumptious lasagna with pesto, onion and plenty of bubbly cheese. -- posted by Leanne Kelly

Harlequins and Bow Ties

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:48:26 -0500

Two-toned vanilla & chocolate butter cookies that look so fancy with a simple twist. So pretty on a Christmas platter. Note the dough needs at least an hour chill time - perfect for making & chilling until you are ready to bake. To make your own superfine sugar, process granulated sugar in a food processor, blender or coffee grinder. -- posted by Buster's friend

Gene Autry Museum's Stuffed Mushrooms

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:30:20 -0500

Years ago in the gaslamp district of San Diego, I had a fabulous appetizer in an Italian restaurant. It was a portobello or other large mushroom stuffed with a melty pale yellow cheese, onions and white wine. I have never found a recipe that duplicated that one, but this is in the ballpark so I'm posting it for safekeeping. This recipe was published in the L.A. Times, from the restaurant of the Gene Autry Western Museum. -- posted by coconutty

Grilled Stuffed Chicken Breast (Petti Di Pollo Ripieni)

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:56:39 -0500

This recipe is from La Cucina Italiana. "Slice into the chicken breast to reveal a colorful filling of melted cheese and red pepper. If you don't have a grill pan, simply sear the chicken in a heavy-based skillet, using a little more oil in the pan.". You don't have to use the garlic or the fresh rosemary, but it really finishes off the dish. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Roasted Portabello Caprese

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:05:49 -0500

This recipe is simple and elegant, and of course delicious! I found this in the Martha Stewart magazine, had 1 bite and fell in love! The combination of balsamic and basil and tomatoes and mushroom and cheese is heaven on earth... Makes a great starter and is very light. This recipe is for one, just multiply ingredients by how many people you are serving. -- posted by Dee Licious

Cinnamon Espresso Biscotti

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:57:17 -0500

cinnamon espresso biscotti with dark chocolate espresso glaze. I was in the mood for biscotti and didn't have almonds like the recipe called for. I added cinnamon and espresso to the dough and then made a glaze out of crushed dark chocolate covered espresso beans. -- posted by Chef #1367168

Chip's Salad

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:53:14 -0500

The inspiration of this salad is the house salad at Chipparelli's Restaurant in Little Italy, Baltimore, MD. This recipe is similar, but it's only my best guess (plus a little of my own tastes thrown in) I have put quantities for the oil & vinegar, but honestly I just pour it straight from the bottle... I just keep testing the salad until it tastes good! -- posted by Chef #1485932

Caponata Picnic Sandwiches

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 03:00:56 -0500

Received in an email from Gourmet-recipes-from-around-the-world. The provenance was listed as from The Sun News, Myrtle Beach, SC, May 28, 2008. Plan to use this as a tightly wrapped hiker's sandwich over the holidays on fresh home made ciabatta. Will be breaking out next summer to use eggplant, tomatoes & peppers from the garden too! -- posted by Buster's friend

Italian Bread

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:32:04 -0500

I found this recipe in Taste of Home Magazine, recipe by Elsie Palmer. I just received my first KitchenAid Mixer for Christmas and couldn't wait to try it on making bread dough and decided to try this recipe, although I only made half, one loaf. Times don't include rising and cooling times. -- posted by diner524

Spicy Tomato Sauce

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:24:15 -0500

I use this basic tomato sauce as a base for any recipe that calls for tomato sauce. I freeze 2 cup batches and defrost them as needed for the recipe I'm making. I then tailor the sauce to my flavor needs for the recipe, adding herbs and spices as needed. This works so well, I haven't purchased jarred spaghetti sauce in months. -- posted by Nicole Neumann

Mussels in a Lemon, Garlic, and White Wine Sauce

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:59:33 -0500

I created this in an effort to emulate a dish we liked at a local Italian restaraunt. I think it's pretty similar, but would have to eat the restaraunt version again to be sure! Either way, my boyfriend loved it...he rated it an enthusiastic A-Plus!! I live nowhere near an ocean, so this recipe calls for frozen mussels...I couldn't even begin to tell you how to modify the recipe using fresh mussels. -- posted by Robyn's Cookin'

Tequila-Spiked Fettuccine With Shrimp and California Avocado

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 06:59:05 -0500

This recipe was created by the "Too Hot Tamales", Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger for the California Avocado Commission. Without a lot of effort, you can add that creamy texture and delicious flavor we love so much to a variety of foods, including burgers, salads and sandwiches. ;) -- posted by Manami

Easiest Amaretti Cookies Ever

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:18:13 -0500

These crisp cookies are naturally gluten and dairy free. Preparation takes only 10 minutes and is very easy. If you press in an Amarena cherry before baking, cookies will be more chewy than crisp. When I was out of cherries I used pecans for decorating. Either way they are addictive ;-) Double or triple recipe if needed. -- posted by Suzy mom to 2

Super Easy, Super Hearty Spaghetti Sauce

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:39:38 -0500

I don't like a plain ol' can of spaghetti sauce on my pasta, but I don't really have the patience or skill to make my own from scratch. So how about a nice compromise? No one will recognize this as stuff from a jar after you add your own touches! Here's how I make my own healthy, delicious sauce. (Try it on cooked spaghetti squash for a nice change!) -- posted by FabulousBigNiki

Almond Lemon Shortbread

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:39:06 -0500

These cookies melt in your mouth and are not too sweet. I find that they are best with coffee or tea. -- posted by Unmatched89

Chancery Restaurant Pizza Soup

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 05:33:40 -0500

Another recipe from Razzle Dazzle Recipes -- posted by FeelinYummy

Olive Garden Strawberries Romano

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 23:44:52 -0500

This recipe is from the files of Riserva di Fizzano and the Rocca delle Macie Winery Olive Gardens Italian Partners. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Rustic Genovese Basil Pesto Pasta

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:41:07 -0500

By Christina Machamer in "Clean Eating". -- posted by Wardy

Cannoli Shells - Pizzelle Iron

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:09:09 -0500

I love a great cannoli, but HATE to fry the shells because of the mess. I found a pizzelle iron recipe for cannoli shells on All-Recipes.com and would love to share. Not only do they taste GREAT and are less messy to make...they are lower in both calories and fat!!!! LOVE IT!!! -- posted by Liz (Chef #1195574)

Tuscan Chickpea Soup

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:18:12 -0500

Cooking Light, OCTOBER 2001 -- posted by dicentra

Sausage, Peppers, and Onions

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:03:58 -0500

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis -- posted by Phil Franco

Baccala Salad

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:04:37 -0500

courtesy Raos Restaurant -- posted by Phil Franco

Easy Baked Ziti

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:26:17 -0500

As a grad student, I'm always looking for recipes that are quick, easy and relatively cheap, but taste great at the same time! I adapted this ziti dish from a number of recipes online after none of them were precisely what I wanted. I hope that you enjoy it too. The cheese is simply what I tend to keep in the fridge and therefore what I had to put the recipe together. It was a good combination, but you can substitute whatever you would like for it. Equally, you can leave out the ground beef if you'd like it to be vegetarian. I would perhaps substitute some mushrooms, spinach, etc. for it. -- posted by Chef #601730

Skillet Chicken With Sauteed Mushrooms Marsala

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:03:50 -0500

This is not your same-old, same-old chicken dish. Take a simple wine-based pan sauce - layered in the flavors of sweet Marsala, hickory-smoked bacon, woodsy wild mushrooms, rich and creamy butter, a spritz of lemon juice to add a pleasing hint of acid - Spoon it over tender, moist chicken breasts and you have a dish that will liven up a routine mid-week meal or impress your favorite weekend dinner guests. Serve over thin spaghetti and round out with warm, crusty Italian bread, a fresh green salad, and a glass of your favorite white wine. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Amber's Lasagna

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:32:53 -0500

This recipe was made for me by my Grandpa. Its my birthday meal every year and it couldn't be simpler to make. I don't like a lot of meat and I really HATE ricotta cheese so this is the perfect lasagna for me. We make it with jarred marinara sauce and to make it taste less like store bought try adding chopped green peppers and simmer it for about ten minutes prior to assembly. Enjoy!! -- posted by coffybean

Spaghetti a La Carbonara

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 09:27:34 -0500

This recipe comes from *Joy of Cooking* where it is called "Spaghetti with Egg and Cheese." Written for American audiences at a time when pancetta was virtually unavailable, it calls for bacon instead. Actually both are delicious -- just different -- so I'd try it with each and make up your own mind. Not the healthiest thing to eat, but some good as an occasional treat! -- posted by L'ecole

Chicken Italiano

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 23:45:26 -0500

Inspired by a recipe in the Creme de Colorado cookbook -- posted by *Kathy*

Ravioli Caprese

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 05:01:18 -0500

I saw this on Giada cooking show. Haven't made this yet. -- posted by Coasty

Spaghetti With Tuna and Swiss Chard

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:01:56 -0500

This recipe for Spaghetti con Tonno e Bietolini is from the December 1993 issue of Gourmet Magazine. It is one dish that is served on a menu for an Italian Christmas Eve Buffet. -- posted by Chef Regina V. Smith

Vegetarian Spaghetti and "meatballs"

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:24:59 -0500

I found this recipe at eatbetteramerica.com This is one of my favorites! I absolutely love it. I am posting the recipe as written but I use my own recipe for marinara sauce. I also use whole wheat breadcrumbs. I find that whole wheat is a little heartier. Serving size is enough for 6 people to have two meatballs each. So keep that in mind when you make this. -- posted by SarahBeth131

Perciatelli All'amatricianna

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:32:51 -0500

Light, fresh tasting, simple, and really GOOD. Reminds me of a wonderful dish I had in Sicily (the name escapes me because of a rapidly advancing case of CRS). Got this recipe from Redbook Magazine. Please go to the trouble of finding both types of canned tomato. It makes a difference in the result. We have served this at dinner parties, and it is always a smash hit. -- posted by MTDavids

Low-Fat Pasta E Fagioli (Italian Pasta & Bean Soup)

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:21:29 -0500

A delicious, hearty, easy and healthy soup from the terrific cookbook, "Saved By Soup: More Than 100 Delicious Low-Fat Soups To Eat And Enjoy Every Day" by Judith Barrett. -- posted by blucoat

Pasta in a Mushroom Chilli-Cheese Sauce

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:07:24 -0500

This was one of those left-over improvs that turned up just perfect it got good feedback from my mum and my bro (a major good-review as he's hard to please with greens). Campbells soup along with some Chilli-cheese makes brilliant pasta sauce. Combined with some healthy greens and smoked sausage it makes an original tasting meal in pretty quick and easy fashion, the numerous ingredients are flexible so fire away. Feedback welcome! -- posted by J-mo Smith

Three Cheese Macaroni

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:03:21 -0500

Macaroni baked with a sauce flavored with smoked and sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses and topped with breadcrumbs. Serve with a tomato and onion salad. Yum! -- posted by English_Rose

Spinach Lasagna

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:26:26 -0500

A great spinach lasagna recipe that is guaranteed to please! -- posted by Christine's Yellow Kitchen

Chicken Emil from Rich N Charlies

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:53:24 -0500

This is THE recipe as featured on stltoday.com. I always have to look it up each time, so I am transferring it to this site. It is a chicken breast served in white wine sauce and topped with provel cheese, broccoli and mushrooms -- posted by melissa180

Italian (Turkey) Sausage Pasta Casserole

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:29:53 -0500

Just a little something I threw together one night when I had a craving for something Italian, but healthy. This recipe makes a healthy portion, but its just as good the next day! You can increase the tomatoes, zucchini and beans if you don't want the turkey, or just to have more vegetables. Its easy to adjust as you want. -- posted by Chef #1162267

3 Pepper Pasta

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:05:19 -0500

This is a family favorite. I modified this recipe from an old roommate in college. She would make a vegetarian version without Italian sausage. It was also wonderful. Hope you enjoy! -- posted by Alissa970

Broccoli and Lemon Pepper Chicken Alfredo With Bow Tie Pasta

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:38:05 -0500

The most delicious chicken-broccoli-alfredo twist I've had. Great for potlucks, or for leftovers! -- posted by Velvet Elevator

Capellini With Veal and Tomatoes

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:06:28 -0500

When I was young and in love, my sweetheart and I would frequent an Italian restaurant at least twice a week. It was a family owned place, and the owner often had his mother make special dishes for us. This recipe reminds me of one of those, although credit must go to Carol Monahan, the original poster of this recipe. -- posted by breezermom

Macaroni Cake

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:32:41 -0500

This is a replica of my grandma's recipe only tweaked a little since she didn't leave us an actual recipe. It's sorta a pudding/custard type dessert. Not too sweet and very creamy. It took me a few times to perfect it, but I am sure you will enjoy this Italian homemade specialty. Serve warm or cold. -- posted by Chef #1522934

Italian Cannellini Bean Soup

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:45:58 -0500

A wonderful and warming soup taken from the pages of Williams-Sonoma. Served with tapenade topped baguettes, it's a great cold-weather meal. -- posted by ChefMarvelIris

Easy Skillet Chicken Breasts Nero Style

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:32:02 -0500

Full of flavor and nutrients this traditional Italian recipe is easy to prepare and makes a delightful change from boring baked chicken. Saute'ed chicken is graced with fresh asparagus, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives and a variety of herbs - Makes for a "WOW" one-pan family weeknight dinner. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Chocolate Popcorn Biscotti

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:25:38 -0500

I haven't tried this, but it looks so interesting, I'm posting to try later. From the Popcorn site, made for kids. A Fun Fact: Popped corn has only 31 calories per cup, and oil popped corn has only 55 calories per cup! -- posted by Sharon123

Princess Soup

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:08:31 -0500

My friend Allison Dennis was hard at work one day in the kitchen and I had asked her what she was making for dinner. She said Princess Soup. I had asked her what the heck Princess Soup was. She said that it is an Italian inspired soup. She had given it the distinct name "Princess Soup" to coax her two little girls to be excited about the soup and eat it up! Enjoy and tell me what you think! -- posted by Keepnupncali

Lasagna Frittata

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:36:48 -0500

This is a great brunch dish. Another variation on a delicious Italian frittata. -- posted by KathyP53

Mamma Mia! Fresh Italian Meatballs!

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:58:55 -0500

This is my recipe for the best Italian meatballs I know how to make -- just like my neighborhood Italian delicatessen has been making for over 60 years. Mouth-watering good and surprisingly easy to prepare, I've loaded these up with fresh veggies, cheese and herbs (and FRESH only! Otherwise, why bother?)! Serve with your favorite marinara sauce over pasta, or in a cheesy meatball sub... Mmm! MAMMA MIA!!! -- posted by Bazaar®

Sweet Red Pepper Tart (Dessert)

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:09:26 -0500

Sweet dessert tart with something like Capsicum Jam. A sophisticated taste, unlikely to please children I think.... Adapted from a recipe by Andrew Schloss, you will either love it, or hate it. -- posted by Dipps

Zesty Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:25:43 -0500

I started off with my family's favorite recipe for homemade spaghetti sauce, which is very good but a bit mild for my preference. So I kept adding certain ingredients until I was satisfied, and I ended up with the recipe posted here. I have added red pepper flakes on occasion too, but that makes the sauce a bit spicy and "over the top" for my kids. -- posted by NorthwestGal

Fettuccine With Asparagus and Shrimp

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:05:55 -0500

This is a lighter version of a fantastic recipe. Each serving is about 338 calories. I found this in a magazine Quick and simple. -- posted by bigbadbrenda

Lasagna With Turkey Sausage

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:21:05 -0500

This is the lasagna recipe my mom always made. It's a family favorite. There are instructions in this recipe if you want to make it ahead of time and keep in the fridge before baking. -- posted by andrea.e

Eggplant Pizza

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:34:21 -0500

In a pathetic attempt to make eggplant parmigiana, I created this instead. It's very easy and uses basic ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen. I've made it about a dozen times in the past few months and my husband loves it. It's a very flexible recipe and I've tried it a few different ways already and it always tastes great and surprisingly like pizza. Goes well with any pasta dish or risotto. -- posted by California Girl in Brazil

Green Beans With Pancetta and Onion

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:25:09 -0500

Fagiolini alla Pancetta, In '1,000 Italian Recipes' by Michele Scicolone -- posted by ratherbeswimmin'

Thai Crab Risotto

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:33:21 -0500

Thailand meets Italy in a fusion of fabulous flavours in this mouth-watering crab risotto. -- posted by English_Rose

Poached Eggs With Mixed Vegetables

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:27:29 -0500

An Italian recipe -- posted by Chef #669019

Wild Mushroom and Mozzarella Risotto Cakes (Oamc)

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:24:10 -0500

Turn regular risotto insode out with this fabulous and filling funghi treat. Freeze it: at the end of step 3 for up to 3 months. Thoroughly defrost as many risotto cakes as you need and continue with the recipe. -- posted by English_Rose

Pasta Alla Carbonara

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:28:13 -0500

A nutritious and filling version of this classic pasta dish, lighter than the typical American style and adapted for readily available ingredients. No eggs. -- posted by Sam H.

Mother's Always Right Stuffed Peppers

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:20:14 -0500

Be warned, listen to my mother- when she says to be careful with the peppers when straining because they may fall apart, it means be careful with the peppers when straining because they may fall apart. I broke 2 out of 3 peppers because of my lack of direction following. I had to use the broken peppers and cut them in half, laying the filling on the top. -- posted by The Foodgitive

Sausages With Pepper Ragu and Polenta

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:32:45 -0500

Adapted from _Molto Mario_ as published by Blake Royer at Serious Eats. Running all three pans at the same time, it should take about 40 minutes total cooking time. -- posted by DrGaellon

Applebees Style 3 Cheese Chicken Penne

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:58:22 -0500

A just wonderful Penne dish with Italian cheese and grilled chicken. Very simple but surprisingly good. This based on a recipe is from Hub Pages Restaurant food at home it is extremely well done. -- posted by Hobittual

Sausage & Potato Italian Fritatta

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:52:06 -0500

Delicious, hearty breakfast for your family. You can use mild Italian sausage for this dish, if you like a little less spice in the morning -- posted by The Foodgitive