Italian Recipes & Food Ideas

It's an ultra savory, pleasantly pungent bath for veggies.

It's a braised chicken dish that can help you fall in love with cooking again.

It's the perfect pasta sauce for any night of the week.

This recipe will surely fill every red sauce lover’s deepest desire, and offers an alternative to more traditional holiday fare.

Homemade pizza hot pockets better than anything from the freezer case.

The quickest answer to Italian red sauce cravings.

Add a shake of this to dinner every night.

Is it worthy of your holiday dinner? Absolutely.

1,000% worth the time and effort.

A one-skillet wonder that hits all the comfort food notes.

Our love runs deep.

This 25-minute dinner will shake up your weeknight routine.

PSA: Your family will be requesting it weekly.

This comforting and delicious soup makes for the perfect weeknight meal because you've probably got most of the ingredients in your pantry already.

This classic pan-roasted chicken will quickly become a go-to.

You won't miss the sauce or cheese.

The ultimate WFH sandwich upgrade.

The cheesy mushroom topper is so deeply satisfying.

One mistake led to the perfect twist on the classic Italian cocktail.

Wow your guests with this garlicky, herby dipping oil that comes together in less than five minutes.

With a crisp cookie shell, a sweet-sticky filling, a lemony glaze, and rainbow sprinkles, they're nothing short of perfect.

Think like an Italian and serve it with a foamy cappuccino or freshly made espresso.

It’s fast, warm, and bright, and comes together in minutes.

Ultra cheesy and oh-so comforting.

It takes time, but the end result is 100% worth it.

It's like mac and cheese ... but better.

Pizza party, anyone?

The fiery sauce is endlessly versatile — and oh-so easy to make.

Fluffy bombolone + cappuccino = heaven.

Pasta + cheese + pepperoni = you can't go wrong.

The comforting, crowd-pleasing casserole is filled with tender pasta, melted cheese, marinara sauce, and sweet Italian sausage.

The twist you didn't know you needed.

They're chewy, rich, and packed with almond flavor.

Pro tip: Ask your local pizzeria for a pound of dough!

It comes together in a half hour and makes a grand impression even if you have last-minute guests.

You probably have all the ingredients you need to make it.

These fluffy little cheesy pillows will become an instant favorite.

I'm absolutely hooked on this creamy, dreamy treat.

You only need 5 ingredients and 15 minutes.

It's the ultimate fall comfort food.

Because you deserve the best.

Cacio e pepe + udon noodles + miso = a match made in heaven.

Warning: They're hard to stop eating.

It's almost too easy to make.

These subs are filled with stuffed cheesy meatballs swimming in marinara sauce, piled high with mozzarella, and baked to perfection.

You NEED to make this if you’re trying to impress someone.

The addition of creamy, protein-packed white beans makes it immensely satisfying — no cheese or meat required.

In other words: everything you love.

The proof: These baked turkey and ricotta meatballs.

The topping is only as good as the bread below it.

An end-of-season twist on the classic pasta.

Thanks for the guidance, Jacques Pépin!

You're going to need A LOT of garlic.

It doesn't get much cozier than this.

Lickety-split pizza, thanks to a tortilla.

This low-effort pasta — packed with crab, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs — celebrates the season’s bounty.

The leftovers are outstanding.

Make it for the ice cream-lover in your life.

When the crispy roasted potatoes soak up the savory pan sauce, magic happens.

A bottle of nice Italian wine is highly encouraged.

No, really. It's science.

With its bright colors, contrasting textures, and delicious flavor, this salad only gets better with time.

It's the best way to use sweet summer eggplant.

Without any oil!

All it takes is one decadent bite.

Warning: It won't last long.

A smart shortcut ingredient makes it extra fast and easy.

It's easy, it's satisfying, and I never get tired of it.

The braised skillet dinner tastes even better the next day.