Italian recipes
31 simple Italian dinners you can cook on a weeknight.
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Baked Ziti with Mozzarella
A hearty vegetarian oven-bake of tubular pasta bound together by an intensely savory tomato sauce and a thick layer of melted mozzarella.
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Beef Braciole with Tomato Sauce and Pasta
Thin beef flank pounded flat, stuffed with breadcrumbs and parmesan, rolled tight, and slowly braised in a robust tomato sauce over pasta.
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Butternut Squash Ravioli with Sage Butter
A comforting and elegant Italian pasta dish featuring sweet butternut squash ravioli tossed in a rich, nutty brown butter and crispy sage sauce.
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Cacio e Pepe
A simple Roman pasta dish of spaghetti tossed in a creamy, peppery sauce made from Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper.
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Cannelloni Ricotta e Spinaci
Large tubes of pasta stuffed with a classic, creamy filling of ricotta cheese and spinach, baked beneath tomato and béchamel sauces.
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Chicken Cacciatore with Rosemary Potatoes
A rustic Italian hunter's stew featuring chicken braised in tomatoes and red wine, served alongside fragrant roasted potatoes.
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Chicken Milanese with Arugula and Potatoes
A crisp, thin breaded chicken cutlet paired with a simple rocket salad and roasted potatoes dressed with fresh lemon.
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Eggplant Caponata with Crusty Bread
A Sicilian sweet and sour stew of fried eggplant, celery, olives, and capers in tomato sauce, served with crusty bread.
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Eggplant Parmigiana with Salad
A hearty baked dish of layered aubergine slices, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheese, paired with a simple balsamic side salad.
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Gnocchi al Pesto with Chicken
Soft, pillowy potato dumplings and seared chicken tossed in a vibrant, fragrant basil pesto and topped with pine nuts.
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Gnocchi with Gorgonzola and Walnut Sauce
Soft potato dumplings smothered in a rich, creamy Gorgonzola cheese sauce, balanced with fresh spinach and crunchy toasted walnuts.
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Lasagna al Forno
Layers of sheets of pasta, rich minced beef ragù, and creamy béchamel sauce, baked until the cheese topping bubbles.
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Linguine alle Vongole
A light but savory pasta dish featuring fresh clams steamed open in a broth of white wine, garlic, and flat-leaf parsley.
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Malfatti (Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings) in Tomato Sauce
Soft, pillowy rustic dumplings made from ricotta and spinach, served swimming in a simple, fragrant garlic and basil tomato sauce.
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Melanzane alla Parmigiana (Eggplant Parmesan)
A rich, comforting Italian bake made with layered slices of tender eggplant, rich garlic tomato sauce, and bubbling mozzarella. Served with crusty bread.
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Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli
A rustic, hearty pasta dish from Puglia balancing slightly bitter broccoli florets with savory, spiced pork sausage and chili heat.
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Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto
A luxurious meal featuring a slow-braised cross-cut veal shank served over a vibrant, creamy saffron-infused risotto.
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Pappardelle al Ragù
Wide, flat ribbons of pasta tossed in an rich, slow-simmered, traditional beef and red wine ragù.
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Pasta alla Carbonara
A classic Roman pasta dish utilizing the starch of the pasta water, egg yolks, and cheese to create a rich, creamy sauce punctuated by crispy cured meat.
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Pasta e Fagioli
A rustic Italian soup of cannellini beans and small pasta in a tomato and vegetable broth, finished with Parmesan and parsley.
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Pesto Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
A vibrant and quick pasta dish featuring fusilli coated in aromatic basil pesto, tossed with sweet sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and crunchy pine nuts.
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Pollo al Limone with Roasted Potatoes
Tender chicken breast escalopes pan-fried in a bright, zesty lemon and caper sauce, served alongside crispy roasted potatoes.
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Rigatoni alla Norma
A traditional Sicilian pasta dish highlighting tender fried aubergine, rich tomato sauce, and savory grated cheese.
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Risotto ai Funghi
An intensely creamy, earthy rice dish packed with sautéed mushrooms, savory broth, and rich parmesan cheese.
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Sausage and Peppers with Polenta
Thick slices of Italian pork sausage and sweet bell peppers braised in a rich tomato sauce, served over a bed of creamy polenta.
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Seafood Risotto
A vibrant, creamy arborio rice dish steeped in fish stock, featuring an assortment of tender white fish, shrimp, and shellfish.
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Spaghetti Bolognese
A comforting classic featuring a slow-simmered, rich minced beef and tomato ragù tangled through thick spaghetti.
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Tuscan Ribollita Soup with Crusty Bread
A rustic and hearty vegetable stew thickened with cannellini beans and crusty bread, featuring tender cavolo nero and a savory tomato broth.
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Veal Saltimbocca with Mashed Potatoes
Tender veal escalopes layered with salty prosciutto and sage, pan-fried in white wine and butter, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes.
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Vegetarian Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil
A classic, simple pizza with a crisp base, rich tomato passata, melted fresh mozzarella, and aromatic fresh basil leaves.
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Zucchini Fritters with Garlic Herb Yogurt
Crispy, golden pan-fried zucchini and feta patties, served with a refreshing and tangy garlic, mint, and dill yogurt sauce.