Recipezaar: 3 or Less Steps,Italian recipes

Chicken Vesuvio

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:52:49 -0400

One pan meal. Whole Chicken and potatoes smoothered with lemon olive oil. -- posted by daisygrl64

Chicken Rustigo

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:54:21 -0400

Serve with rice or orzo pasta. 1/4 teaspoon of hot pepper flakes is just enough to jazz up the dish, if you like spicy hot food, then add more or add in some cayenne pepper. Enjoy :) -- posted by daisygrl64

Chicken Puttanesca-Style

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:35:23 -0400

A slighter easy way to make Chicken Puttanesca. Serve with your favorite pasta, or rice. Be sure to use the best quality balsamic vinegar you can find. In general, the longer its been aged, the deeper and tastier the flavor. Please Note: I'm sorry but the database wouldn't allow to to put in 1 (1lb. 10oz.) jar of Ragu Old World Style Pasta Sauce, so I had to rearrange wording in the ingredients list. So please use 1 (1lb. 10oz.) jar of Ragu Old World Style Pasta Sauce. -- posted by daisygrl64

My My My Minestra - Italian Vegetable Soup With Pasta

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:01:49 -0400

Some of Italy's finest ingredients make up this warming soup. Adapted from 'Pasta Cooking' by Parragon.... the original recipe called for spinach, which I didn't fancy, so I subbed zucchini. I get the impression that our zucchini are generally a bit smaller than those in the Northern hemisphere, so balance the amount used with your other vegetables, just feel your way! You don't want your soup to be over-loaded with any one vegetable. Hope you enjoy! -- posted by Karen Elizabeth

Summer Bread Filling

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:01:47 -0400

suitable for picnics or to take near the beach, it could be used also in small party bread for a finger food item. -- posted by Chef #krisven

Traditional Minestrone Soup (Easy and Delicious)

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:02:38 -0400

I came up with this recipe after I couldn't find a minestrone recipe that I liked. This one is very simple and delicious, with ingredients that are easy to find. But the great thing about minestrone is that you can use whatever you have on hand. And because the main ingredients are vegetables and beans you can adjust the recipe to fit any dietary needs such as vegetarian or low-sodium. -- posted by JoeyV

Italian Broccoli & Pasta

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:17:45 -0400

This quick, yummy, fairly healthy recipe came from the internet (can't remember the site) and I modified it to our families taste. My Italian hubby grew up on this (although I make it a tad differently). We eat it as a main dish, although you could easily eat it as a side for any kind of meat or fish. Adjust the broth to your preferences, my husband likes it soupy, so this version has a lot of broth. -- posted by hmtheLords

Italian Rice Pudding from Friendship Dairies

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:58:02 -0400

There are very few products that I'm brand-loyal to, but Friendship Dairies makes some wonderful, health-beneficial cottage cheese. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Summer Shrimp Scampi With Linguini

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:03:03 -0400

I adapted this dish from a Tyler Florence recipe one evening while trying to come up with a way to use an abundance of fresh basil and tomatoes from my garden. I had made a batch of fresh pesto with toasted pine nuts the day before. You can make your own or use ready made from the grocers. AND I used large frozen shrimp (lets face it, most grocers more than 25 minutes from the ocean only sell frozen anyway!). The combination of shrimp and tomatoes with a little garlic and basil seemed like a natural for a summer evening dinner. Add a little toasted sour dough garlic bread. My family polished off the whole platter. -- posted by Pegasus from SF

Capsicums ( Bell Peppers ) With Tomato Anchovy Filling

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:49:32 -0400

From Woman's Weekely Great Italian Food -- posted by JustJanS

Linguine Verde

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 01:59:48 -0400

Verde means green in Italian. This pasta dish has a wonderful mixture of vegetables and tastes great. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Rustic White Bean, Grilled Vegetable Soup

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:31:54 -0400

This is the perfect fall soup. The tomatoes and basil are still fresh, but the evenings are getting crisp. This comes from the Weber's Big Book of Grilling -- posted by 2hot2handle

Grilled Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:45:06 -0400

What can I say? Absolutely sublime, but ONLY make with the freshest, ripest tomatoes. Prep time does not include the 20 minutes of "sit" time for the tomatoes. -- posted by 2hot2handle

Irish Girl Can Make Cannoli!

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:16:31 -0400

My friends teased me for years saying Irish girls couldn't make good cannoli.. I dated an Italian guy in high school and his dad taught me to make cannoli I use Pre- made cannoli shells -- posted by GingerlyJ

Lemon-Zucchini Cornmeal Cookies

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:17:49 -0400

This is a light crunchy cookie and a good way to use up all that summer zucchini, other than zucchini bread. -- posted by Linda O.

Nif's Pasta Alle Pesto

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:06:52 -0400

Easy to throw together and the pesto is just the right amount to serve with one meal. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Red Onion Marmalade and Ricotta Pizza

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:03:00 -0400

Do NOT reject this recipe without trying it!!! One of the most unusual and tasty pizzas I've ever tasted. (I originate from Chicago, btw). I can't believe this is the first time I've tried ricotta on a pizza. Full credit goes to Smitten Kitten and her blog. I didn't change a thing, apart from not making homemade ricotta. -- posted by Gianni #23

Italian Chicken Saute

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:32:58 -0400

This is a simple, easy to fix recipe I got off the back of a can of Del Monte Spaghetti sauce. Simple but tasty! (Note: You could use whatever spaghetti sauce you want, but I do highly recommend Del Monte's Four Cheese sauce. It it one of my favorites. I like it better than some of the more expensive sauces, of course with the exception of Classico!) -- posted by mjerusha

Italian Style Broccoli

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:57:22 -0400

I serve this with as a side to pasta dishes -- posted by GingerlyJ

Tuscan Rustico Soup

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 09:14:34 -0400

I put this together one rainy day, based on the flavors of Tuscany -- posted by GingerlyJ

Walnut Brownie Martini

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:41:53 -0400

YUMMY!!!!!!!! -- posted by ~Rita~

Ham and Bean Soup

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:07:59 -0400

Yummy ham and bean soup made in the crock pot. Modified from a BHG recipe. -- posted by theNaturalDesigner

Ultimate Chicken Marsala

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:44:43 -0400

From food networks "Tyler Florence Ultimate". I really enjoyed this recipe, not to mention that it is family friendly. I am not that fond of cooking with wine but this Italian classic is a keeper! I used bacon as I did not have prosciutto and I did could not find "sweet marsala cooking wine" so I used regular marsala, either way it came out great! -- posted by Chef Sarita in Austin Texas

Father Sal's Tenerumi Soup

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:23:37 -0400

Tenerumi are the leaves of the cucuzza, a Sicilian zucchini. Father Sal felt there could be no substitute but a good soup can be made in the same spirit with dandelion greens and spinach. -- posted by Phil Franco

Frugal Gourmet's Chicken Piccata

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:45:29 -0400

This recipe is by Jeff Smith and was published in his book "The Frugal Gourmet". Hope you enjoy! ****Cook time is a guess. -- posted by Queen Dana

Frugal Gourmet's Pasta E Fagioli

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:58:48 -0400

This is Jeff Smith's recipe AKA The Frugal Gourmet. Hope you enjoy! -- posted by Queen Dana

Tuna and Bean Salad

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:42:26 -0400

An all-time favorite Italian salad, this won't take long to make and is great for lunch. -- posted by English_Rose

Veggies! Pasta Sauce

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:01:48 -0400

Healthy and full of nutrients! Also tomato free! -- posted by Karina A

Fresh Pesto and Tomato Salad

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:15:57 -0400

Sometimes simple and fresh is best! That is for sure the face with this recipe that I put together while creating recipes for my vegetarian food blog - http://weekendcarnivore.com . For the pesto, I used Kittencal's recipe #144195 which really is great stuff! This is enough for one but can be very easily multiplied. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Pesto Louisa Carbone

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:24:08 -0400

Not your typical pesto -- but outrageously delicious! This is my husband's grandmother's recipe. In 1986 it was published in a cookbook entitled *Italian Provincial Cookery* by Bea Lazzaro and Lotte Mendelsohn. Louisa was a shepherdess outside of Genoa before emigrating to Massachusetts early in the 20th century; she substituted cream cheese (more readily accessible) for sheep or goat cheese after arriving in America. -- posted by L'ecole

Pizzette With Fontina, Tomato, Basil, and Prosciutto

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:49:21 -0400

Bon Appétit | April 2006 by Giada De Laurentiis -- posted by Chef #1298498

Vegetable Stew

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:24:40 -0400

From Dom DeLuise. -- posted by Chocolatl

Italian Deli Wraps

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:07:50 -0400

A do ahead recipe with big flavor. -- posted by gailanng

The Last Garlic Bread You'll Ever Eat

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:13:58 -0400

Once you try this Cheesy Garlic bread, you'll never ever want to eat another -- posted by GingerlyJ

Pesto

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:52:27 -0400

This is a classic, fresh pesto recipe with old-world charm. You will never taste a better pesto! -- posted by Hungry Chefs

White Cheese Sauce

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:02:04 -0400

This light sauce goes well with tortellini, ravioli and is wonderful on asparagus or brocolli! I've made this recipe for years and it is so simple to make and tastes great! Enjoy! -- posted by Kim in Anthem

Rao's Marinara Sauce

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:05:16 -0400

I got this receipe from Martha Stewart's website. This great recipe is from "Rao's Cookbook" by Frank Pellegrino. This stuff sells for $7.50 a quart in Florida. I use it with Frankie's Meatball s recipe found here on Recipezaar. This is the "real deal." -- posted by Danny Sneade

Italian Meatloaf

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:06:41 -0400

I'm so not sure where I got this one, but I made it tonight and wanted to share. Posted by request after asking about freezing it. The suggestion was to prep it and put it in a freezer bag, flatten it out, double bag and then thaw before baking. I added a little bit of oats and some shredded motz. just for kicks and then served it with a gravy dish of marinara, steamed broccoli, and garlic bread. :) -- posted by SmoochTheCook

Macaroni Grill Bread Dipping Oil

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:04:31 -0400

This herbed oil is served on tables at Macaroni grill for dipping bread. -- posted by GingerlyJ

Authentic Eggplant Parmesan

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:37:00 -0400

Eggplant parmesan is a layered casserole of eggplant (specially prepared), mozarella cheese, parmesan cheese, marinara sauce or meat sauce...This recipe has been in my family for generations and you will know why when you give it a try. *Note: This is a great make ahead/freeze recipe! -- posted by Chef #1409323

Asiago Pasta Salad

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:17:06 -0400

Based on a recipe from BelGioioso's brand Asiago cheese recipe card I picked up at Sam's Club. The card didn't indicate the number of servings, so I'm guessing 4 main course vegetarian servings, or 8 salad course servings. This sounds like a quick and tasty recipe. -- posted by mersaydees

Quinoa - Risotto Style 1

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:07:28 -0400

This is my own recipe. I like it, as it's a fast way to eat well and feel great... Quinoa, poblano peppers and parmesan ! Don't use kraft powder. Buy some real parmesan or, even better, Belgioioso 'American Grana' if you're in the USA -- by far one of the best "parmesan" style cheeses you can find in the states. The fact that they admit it's American, gets you over a psychological barrier, and it's just a great product. You'll become addicted...eat it with fruit : figs, mango, guava... -- posted by Asd;MRS-NYC

It's About Thyme Pizza Sauce

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:39:03 -0400

From one of Marge Clark's cookbooks, here is a quick, easy-to-make pizza sauce that tastes great! It doubles or triples easily. -- posted by rochsann

Asparagus With Scrambled Eggs

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:43:05 -0400

This recipe is from the vegetarian cookbook Mediterranean Harvest. The asparagus can also be steamed instead of boiled. The eggs may be doubled if you'd like. -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Tuscan Rosemary Lemon Drop

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:40:45 -0400

Creative Cocktail! Soemthing different. Perfect drink for a wedding or other fanciful occasion. Picture everyone on the villa lawn enjoying their drinks--heels kicked off, tes loosened, and laughter fading into the sunset. If you don't have limoncello, increase the lemon juice 3/4 ounce each. -- posted by College Girl

Italian Green Salad

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:19:56 -0400

This is my usual green salad to go with dishes like spaghetti, lasagna, carbonara, etc. My husband doesn't like black olives, so those are usually on the side so I can have plenty! :) I generally make a really basic vinaigrette, with just olive oil, red wine or balsamic vinegar, salt, and Italian herbs. -- posted by CraftScout

Presto! It's Pesto!

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:55:38 -0400

This is a really simple way to make a quick pesto sauce. -- posted by Cluich

Cannoli Parfait

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:34:33 -0400

This divine parfait can double as breakfast or dessert -- posted by GingerlyJ

Italian Bow Tie Vegetable Soup

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:00:00 -0400

As the temperature drops and winter fast approaches, keep your family warm with a classic FRENCH'S® favorite Italian Bow Tie Vegetable Soup. -- posted by French's Kitchen

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

Smeared Tomato Bruschetta W/Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Torn Basil

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:03:23 -0500

Chef's note: These bruschetta should be prepared at the last minute. Do use a good quality salt and extra virgin olive oil for this recipe as it makes all the difference in the world. I like adding slices of fresh mozzarella to this yummy dish. I got this recipe from Michael Chiarello's NapaStyle website. I love saving my favorite recipes on Zaar! -- posted by By The Lake

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

Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:09:10 -0500

Delicious alternative to a tomato bruschetta. Or serve both for variety! -- posted by aricia

Mamma Mia Popcorn

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:22:09 -0500

Easy Italian popcorn. -- posted by littlemafia

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

Cunetto's Chicken Spedini

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:55:37 -0500

I LOVE Cunetto's House of Pasta. I found this recipe at recipegoldmine.com. I havent tried it yet. Cooking time includes marinating time. -- posted by jrivera

Cunetto's Tutto Mare

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:41:15 -0500

I found this online on a search for recipe's from Cunetto's house of Pasta in St. Louis. I havent tried it yet but I usually order this when I go to the restaurant. It is wonderful. -- posted by jrivera

Cunetto's Salad

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:24:46 -0500

I found this recipe at cookbooks4sale.com. I LOVE Cunetto's salad so I cannot wait to try this! -- posted by jrivera

Antipasto Salad from Gooseberry Patch

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:40:23 -0500

This is a flavorful make-ahead salad which can also double as antipasto if you serve it with toothpicks. Serve the salad with a slotted spoon. This is very easy to put together yet is a crowd-pleaser. Notice that you make this the day before to allow flavors to marry. -- posted by Lorraine of AZ

Christmas Deli Salad With Pomegranate, Parma Ham and Gorgonzola

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:59:21 -0500

A fabulous wilted salad boasting the rich, festive colours of vibrant crimson reds and lush holly greens, as well as being full of flavour - this is simply a wonderful salad for the Christmas, New Year or Thanksgiving family table. Please do use any blue cheese or ham of your choice; Stilton or Roquefort would be lovely as well as Prosciutto or Bayonne ham.......and, if you are serving any vegetarians, just leave the ham out of the equation! The dressing can be made up a few hours or a day beforehand, just wilt the leaves and assemble the salad right before serving. Serve this salad with crusty rolls or some thinly sliced rye bread and a glass of chilled Rosé or Chardonnay. -- posted by French Tart

Bruschetta Variations.

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:38:19 -0500

Prosciutto, figs and mint, or squashed cannellini beans with garlic - you decide! This describes two toppings for bruschetta and crostini from Jamie's Italy. Each variation tops 12 slices of bread. -- 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

Fig and Prosciutto Flatbreads

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 01:47:27 -0500

by chef Todd English for Olives Restaurants Make it quick by using storebought dough instead of homemade Serve with light, cherry-infected Chianti Classico -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Quick Caesar Salad

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 09:44:02 -0500

This is the salad recipe that goes with Caesar Salad Mix. The recipe comes from The Canadian Living Christmas Book. The Zaar menu won't let me us Caesar Salad Mix as an ingredient so I've called it 'seasoning'. Click on this link for the Caesar Salad Mix recipe: recipe#403222 -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Caesar Salad Mix

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 09:44:18 -0500

This makes a great Christmas gift! Wrap this up in a basket with a bag of croutons, a tube of anchovy paste and the recipe for Quick Caesar Salad. The recipe comes from The Canadian Living Christmas Book. This recipe makes enough for 3 salads. See recipe#403221 for the salad recipe that goes with this mix. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Turkey Meatball and Escarole Soup

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:13:07 -0500

From The Italian Slow Cooker, by Michele Scicolone. I have not made this yet, but it seems like a natural. Because the meatballs are added halfway through, it's not a recipe for those who need to be away all day. However, I think I would freeze the meatballs, and add them at the beginning. Escarole is a wonderful leafy vegetable, not well known in the US. Spinach or Swiss chard are suitable substitutes. The original recipe did not specify, but spinach should really be added only towards the end of the entire cooking period. -- posted by duonyte

Butternut Squash and Potatoes With Rosemary

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:15:17 -0500

From the Italian Slow Cooker by Michele Scicolone. It's wonderful to be able to use the slow cooker to make side dishes, especially on those occasions when the oven is engaged by the main event. You cannot go wrong with butternut squash, potatoes and rosemary. While this appears in an Italian cookbook, the ingreidets are very familiar to North Americans, as well. -- posted by duonyte

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

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

Quick Better Than Spaghetti Sauce (Marinara) (Vodka)

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:45:45 -0500

Mild Italian Sausage and Jar Pesto make this quick recipe tops. This sauce has the flavor and texture that I really enjoy and can't find in any jar sauces. Plus it's quick and easy. An easy variation on this recipe is to add a cup or so of half and half or heavy cream at the end to make a wonderful vodka cream sauce. -- posted by Jusmi71

Savory Sun Dried Tomato Dip

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:38:56 -0500

Recipe from GoodSeasons.com as it's a super fast and easy dip made with Good Seasons Italian Salad Dressing and Recipe Mix. Dip may be made up to 2 days before serving. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Olive Bruschetta

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:16:48 -0500

. -- posted by STAR EXTRA VIRGIN

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

Parmesan Cheese Rolls

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:29:16 -0500

Delicious and easy rolls that appear homemade but use frozen roll dough. -- posted by Chef #1489571

Linguine With Smoked Salmon Sauce for One

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:57:43 -0500

A quick and delicious recipe from Judith Jones' wonderful new book, "The Pleasures of Cooking for One". -- posted by blucoat

Olive Garden Golden Cinnamon Orzo Calabrese

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 23:26:54 -0500

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

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

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)

Spicy Italian Sandwich Like Subway

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:14:46 -0500

Instead of going out make it at home. Choose the veggies of your choice, but this is how I like it. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Coconut Macaroon Cookies

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:15:43 -0500

I got this recipe from my Grandmother who got it from her niece. These are really good! -- posted by Chef #1506081

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

Italian Sausage Bisque

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:11:17 -0500

Thick and hearty Italian soup that goes well topped with Parmesan cheese and croutons. Add a salad and it is a wonderful meal for a cold winter day. -- posted by Chef #1510480

Toasted Turkey Subs With Smoked Mozzarella

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:28:05 -0500

Published in Cook's Country magazine, Dec/Jan 2007. A nice Italian dinner sandwich. -- posted by swissms

Lasagna Genoese Alla Carbone

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:19:29 -0500

This is my husband's Genoese grandmother's recipe for the filling for ravioli. However, if you don't have the time/skill to make "ravs," you can use it in stuffed shells or -- my favorite -- lasagna. Just use a sauce (homemade or store-bought) that contains basil for that true Genoese flavor! -- posted by L'ecole

Warm Mediterranean Olives With Fennel and Orange

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:01:35 -0500

From "Wine Lover's Healthy Weight-Loss Plan" Recommended Wine Pairing: Cote du Rhone Rose or Cote du Provence Rose Vin Gris de Cigare 2004; Bonny Doon, Santa Clara CA I usually up the garlic and add some black pepper -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Approximately Aurelio's Pizza and Pasta Sauce

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 23:08:41 -0500

Aurelio's sauce has been a family secret since Joe Aurelio opened his first restaurant in Homewood, Illinois, in 1959. Some people call the sauce sweet, but I would describe it as mild and tomatoey. There is some controversy over whether the sauce actually contains beer or not. This is the recipe we have found to be closest to the original. If you don't wish to use beer, a little malt extract will add the same flavor. Thanks to HandsomeG and Gaga at pizzamaking.com for some clues that led me to create this recipe. -- posted by Chocolatl

Greens, Beans and Sausage Soup

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:53:48 -0500

This soup is a quick, easy, tasty, one-pot meal with only five ingredients. Perfect for a hearty weeknight meal that will quickly become a favorite comfort food. -- posted by Roroburger

Spaghetti All'amatriciana - Michael Chiarello

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:57:52 -0500

Easy -- posted by Pesto lover

Spinach and Feta Pasta With Olives

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:52:58 -0500

A family favourite pasta dish, jazzed up with olives and feta. -- posted by English_Rose

Pasta Bows With Tuna, Olives & Capers

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:04:18 -0500

This delicious pasta recipe makes a quick and simple supper. -- posted by English_Rose

Risotto With Spinach, White Mushrooms, and Chicken

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:58:37 -0500

I love risotto. Its so creamy and really hits the spot. The combination of spinach, mushrooms and chicken is both delicious and healthy. -- posted by Chef #713968

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

Wheatley Hills Marinara Sauce

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:04:16 -0500

Bon Appetit Mar 1977, page 6. Used for Scampi a la Wheatley Hills. -- posted by Rinshinomori

Pasta Alla Cacio E Pepe

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:11:01 -0500

This is purported to be "the best quick meal" we've ever tasted, as per Yvonne Ruperti in Cook's Illustrated. There are two other recipes for cacio e pepe (pasta with Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper) on RecipeZaar, but this one adds at least one more ingredient to keep the cheese from turning into a big clump. Add cream. This recipe was reprinted as "recipe of the week" in The Week magazine. -- posted by Kumquat the Cat's friend

Bresaola and Tomato Salad

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:04:01 -0500

From Sydney Morning Herald 2 Feb 2010. Serve with drinks. -- posted by Coasty

Cheese Filling for Manicotti

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 06:51:05 -0500

From an old Rodale cookbook. Not tried; posted for safekeeping. -- posted by coconutty

Healthy Chicken Romano

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:27:00 -0500

This is so easy and quick! If you want to decrease your cooking time, pound the chicken breasts to make them not as thick. -- posted by MessyChef

Egg Salad With Capers and Olives

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:33:54 -0500

You can even eat this for breakfast! Stuff in a pita, on top of toast, and top with a few cucumber slices and tomato-Yum! Cook time is the time it takes to cook eggs. Adapted from Mollie Katzen's Sunlight Cafe cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Fegato Alla Venezia (Venecian Calves' Liver)

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:11:07 -0500

A classic Italian calves' liver dish. -- posted by English_Rose

Crock-Pot Ricotta

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:48:18 -0500

Make your own ricotta cheese in your crockpot! The acid you choose will affect the final flavor. Apple cider vinegar will give a sharper tang, a distinct odor, and a subtle golden color; this is probably best for savory applications. Lemon juice will give a subtler flavor and will not curdle as abruptly. For the cleanest, purest flavor, use distilled white vinegar. If you don't like or can't find the goat's milk, you can sub another quart of low-fat cow's milk. -- posted by DrGaellon