From old-world classics to new favorites, you'll find Italian recipes your family will love.
90 New and Traditional Italian Recipes
Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce
Stamp-of-Approval Spaghetti Sauce
My father is very opinionated, especially about food. This recipe received his almost unreachable stamp of approval. I have yet to hear a disagreement from anyone who has tried it! —Melissa Taylor, Higley, Arizona(Sop up this sauce with a piece of one of these types of Italian bread.)
Italian Bread
A basket of Italian bread complements any meal. Make your own loaves at home with our simple, straightforward recipe, then use them for sandwiches or just for sopping up some sauce.Parsley Pesto
Homemade pesto always makes a thoughtful hostess gift. Mix things up with this parsley pesto variation. It’s delicious served with pasta or in one of these recipes using pesto. —Taste of Home Test KitchenLemon Gelato
This fresh lemon gelato recipe is the perfect combo of tangy sweetness and a creamy-cold texture.Homemade Manicotti
These tender manicotti are much easier to stuff than the purchased variety. People are always amazed when I say I make my own noodles. My son fixed this recipe for several of his friends, and they were extremely impressed with his cooking skills. —Sue Ann Bunt, Painted Post, New York.Don’t feel like cooking? Here’s our round up of the best Italian restaurant in every state.
Chocolate Biscotti
Easy chocolate biscotti comes together quickly thanks to boxed cake mix and chocolate syrup, and a drizzle of white chocolate finishes these twice-baked chocolaty treats.Meatball Soup
Meatball soup is comforting, satisfying and, most of all, simple to make. Homemade meatballs are simmered in beef broth with kidney beans, vegetables and pasta for this mouthwatering meal.Bruschetta Chicken
We enjoy serving this tasty chicken bruschetta to both family and guests. It just might become your new favorite way to use up summer tomatoes and basil. —Carolin Cattoi-Demkiw, Lethbridge, AlbertaTiramisu
If you're looking for a dessert that's hard to mess up but tastes like it came from a restaurant, then this delicious tiramisu is for you.
Italian Sandwich Butter Cookies
Since I can’t hit up my favorite Italian bakery all the time, I had to find an Italian sandwich butter cookie recipe that I could make at home. Here it is. —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Oven-Roasted Tomatoes
I love tomatoes, as they're both healthy and versatile. You can use these roasted ones in sandwiches or omelets, or to top broiled chicken. —Julie Tilney (Gomez), Downey, CaliforniaBaked Spaghetti
This baked spaghetti is one of our top-rated pasta recipes ever (and we have lots of pasta recipes). It may be the rich trio of cheeses or the bubbling brown top, but we suspect the real reason is that it's just so easy to make.Chicken Pasta Casserole
This is my family’s favorite every week or two and we never tire of it. I like that I can put it together and relax while it bakes. —Carmen Vanosch, Vernon, British ColumbiaItalian Wedding Cookies
You don't need a party to enjoy these Italian wedding cookies. The soft, lemon-scented, cakelike cookies with a sweet glaze and pretty sprinkles make any day brighter.Gnocchi with White Beans
Here’s one of those no-fuss gnocchi recipes you can toss together and cook in one skillet. Ideal for a busy weeknight, it’s also good with crumbled Italian chicken sausage if you need to please meat lovers. —Julianne Meyers, Hinesville, GeorgiaIf you are in the mood for some risotto too, try Ina Garten’s risotto recipe. It is easy to make with a heavenly taste.
Quick Focaccia Bread
Green olives complement this quick focaccia recipe for an easy pizza-like bread. With very few ingredients, it’s still packed with flavor. Serve the focaccia as an appetizer or alongside pasta, soup or salad for a mouthwatering meal.—Ivy J Laffoon, Ceres, CaliforniaGrilled Vegetable Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
My Italian-style grilled veggies have a wonderful sweet and sour dressing. Best of all, I pick the fresh veggies and herbs from my garden. —Laura Mast, Defiance, OhioSpring Green Risotto
Once a week I create a new recipe for my blog, An Officer and a Vegan. I first made this risotto when I needed something cheerful and comforting. It would be fantastic with asparagus, zucchini or summer squash, but use whatever veggies are in season. —Deanna McDonald, Grand Rapids, MichiganEditor’s Tip: Stanley Tucci has become a culinary sensation, try Stanley Tucci’s Risotto Cakes which might be our favorite thing ever. And if you want to create magic with the leftovers? Try Stanley Tucci’s pasta casserole’s recipe.Â