The perfect excuse to open up a bottle of wine, our recipe for red wine braised beef is a flavorful and hearty entree that is so simple to cook. Your fork will easily pierce right through tender pieces of chuck roast slowly cooked with an aromatic mix of garlic, onions, thyme, and tomato paste. Read more now.
Trying to find a dessert with a pretty presentation? One that’s easy to assemble? You’ll love our individual tiramisu. We ditch the larger casserole dish for single-serving bowls. With layers of mascarpone cream and ladyfingers dipped in coffee and brandy, this is a delight. Read more. #italianfood #tiramisu #foodal
Classic Italian bruschetta gets a licoricey lift from fennel in this easy and colorful appetizer. The assembly is simple: combine fennel, tomatoes, and garlic with tangy balsamic vinegar, scoop onto crusty toasted baguette slices, and top with basil. Read more to add this recipe to your collection of crowd-pleasers.
Need a delicious soup that’s perfect for both a large wedding reception and a small and casual family dinner? This recipe for homemade Italian wedding soup is a savory delight swimming with tender meatballs, shredded chicken, tiny pasta, and spinach. Freshly grated cheese and cracked peppercorns are the final touches.
Want to play with pizza dough? Make our spinach ricotta calzones. These meatless half-moons filled with a creamy cheese mixture and fresh spinach are brushed with garlicky parmesan butter after baking. They’re perfect for a casual party or a fun family dinner. Read more now for the homemade recipe.
If you’re looking for a spreadable condiment that pairs with pretty much everything, turn to this Italian pesto. Its sharp flavor comes from fresh garlic and nutty parmesan, while basil lends sweetness and a vibrant hue. The sauce owes its velvety texture to fruity olive oil added in a slow stream. Read more.
Nutty roasted garlic and fresh herbs are headliners in this deeply satisfying oven-roasted tomato sauce. A pinch of sugar mellows the acidity and brings a touch of sweetness to the rich, concentrated flavor. It’s perfect for dunking garlic bread or draping over your favorite pasta. Keep reading for the full recipe.
Planning to host a pizza night soon? Forget about calling your favorite pizza joint, and learn how to make your own dough from scratch. With our basic recipe, you only need a few simple ingredients, and it’s so much fun to shape it by hand and add your favorite toppings. Read more now to get the recipe.
All the usual suspects find their way into these gluten-free meatballs, and the result is just as delicious as it is fast. A savory blend of sharp garlic, onions, fresh herbs, and GF breadcrumbs for texture, this recipe is a mouthful of meatball perfection. Keep reading for this wheat-free Italian-inspired recipe.
Adding steak to your regular recipe lineup is always a great idea, and steak pizzaiola is easy, inexpensive, and insanely delicious. This classic Neapolitan dish features pan-fried cuts of meat paired with garlic, onions, wine, and fresh herbs in a rich tomato sauce. Keep reading for more on this tasty one-pan entree.
There’s no need to call a crowd when you’re craving comfort food. These individual lasagne may be adorable in terms of size, but they’re no joke when it comes to heartiness. In this dish, personalized portions of seasoned beef, rich marinara sauce, and ricotta cheese are enveloped in tender noodles. Get the recipe now.
Skip standard crostini and rethink classic tomato bruschetta with this easy, refreshing dish. Tender seared chicken is topped with a juicy mixture of tomatoes, basil, balsamic, rustic bread cubes, and cheese then baked to bubbly perfection. Read more now to add this recipe to your list of weeknight favorites.