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Category: Italian

“La Dolce Vita” – Experience the rich and diverse flavors of Italy with our “Italian” category. From al dente pastas and wood-fired pizzas to creamy risottos and luscious tiramisu, these recipes bring the essence of Italian cooking to your home, celebrating the country’s passion for good food and good life.

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Croquettes
AppetizersItalianVegetables

Eggplant (Aubergine) Croquettes

Ingredients: 1 large eggplants ( sliced into 1/2 inch , 1cm thick slices)3 tablespoons...

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Torta Di Limone E Ricotta
DessertEggs/dairyItalian

Torta Di Limone E Ricotta

Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter3/4 cup granulated sugar1/3 cup ricotta cheese3 eggs, separated1 1/2 cups...

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Minestrone Soup With Meat
EuropeanItalianSoups & stews

Minestrone Soup With Meat

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, browned1 cup diced onions1 cup diced celery1 cup sliced...

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Josh's Sort-Of Carbonara or Cheesy Bacon Pasta
ItalianMain dishPasta

Josh’s Sort-Of Carbonara or Cheesy Bacon Pasta

Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta4 slices bacon1/4 cup parmesan cheese1/4 cup half-and-half1/4 onions, chopped Directions:...

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Easy Tiramisu Cake
DessertEuropeanItalian

Easy Tiramisu Cake

Ingredients: 1 (18 1/4 ounce) packages white cake mix1 cup water1/3 cup vegetable oil1/4...

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Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 loaf Italian bread, sliced 1/2 inch thickolive oil2 cloves minced garlic12 roma...

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Curly Endive Salad
EuropeanItalianSalads

Curly Endive Salad

Ingredients: 1 head curly endive lettuce2 heads Belgian endive2 whole salted anchovies or 3...

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Most Delicious Garlic Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread, thickly sliced or halved lengthwiseolive oil6 cloves garlic, minced3/4...

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ItalianSaladsVegetables

Tomato Cucumber Onion Salad

Ingredients: 1 seedless English cucumbers ( or substitute zucchini)3 medium tomatoes or 6 roma...

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Tiramisu: Lift Me Up
DessertEggs/dairyItalian

Tiramisu: Lift Me Up

Ingredients: 4 -5 large egg yolks1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup milk16 ounces ricotta cheese (...

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ItalianPastarice and grains

Pizza Salad

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages shell macaroni1 medium sweet red peppers, chopped1 medium green...

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Linguini With Clam Sauce Ala Giro's
ItalianMain dishPasta

Linguini With Clam Sauce Ala Giro’s

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons butter6 cloves crushed garlic1/4 cup finely chopped onions1/2...

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Chicken Vino Bianco - Tastes Just Like Olive Garden
EuropeanItalianMain dish

Chicken Vino Bianco – Tastes Just Like Olive Garden

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1...

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AppetizersItalianVegetables

Seared and Roasted Tomatoes

Ingredients: 8 firm tomatoes ( cut in half crosswise)8 tablespoons olive oilsea salt2 teaspoons...

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Inside-Out Manicotti

Ingredients: 1/3 cup chopped onions2 cloves garlic, minced1 lb ground beef1/2 lb Italian sausage1...

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Italian Garlic Bread
< 30 minsEuropeanItalian

Italian Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons olive oil2 tablespoons chopped parsley2 teaspoons dried thyme3/4...

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Tiramisu (An Italian Delight!)
DessertEggs/dairyItalian

Tiramisu (An Italian Delight!)

Ingredients: 6 egg yolks1/2 cup granulated sugar1/3 cup Kahlua1/3 cup regular-strength coffee1 lb mascarpone...

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Stromboli
ItalianMain dishPizza

Stromboli

Ingredients: 1/2 basic pizza dough5 ounces sliced ham5 ounces pepperoni, sliced thinly1 (10 ounce)...

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Kumquat's Roasted Artichoke Hearts
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Kumquat’s Roasted Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 3 (15 ounce) cans artichoke hearts ( whole)2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil4...

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Albicocche Al Forno (Baked Apricots With Amaretti)
DessertFruitItalian

Albicocche Al Forno (Baked Apricots With Amaretti)

Ingredients: 6 -8 apricots ( but have some extra ones ready)80 g amaretti cookies...

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Ziti Bake
EuropeanItalianMain dish

Ziti Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb sweet Italian sausage1 lb ziti...

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Brandi's Minestrone Soup
EuropeanItalianSoups & stews

Brandi’s Minestrone Soup

Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil1 cup chopped onions1 cup diced carrots1 cup diced celery1...

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Spaghettini With Roasted Garlic
EuropeanItalianSide dishes

Spaghettini With Roasted Garlic

Ingredients: 1 whole heads of garlic1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for...

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Linguine With Bacon and Onions
ItalianMain dishPasta

Linguine With Bacon and Onions

Ingredients: 6 -8 ounces bacon, cut into 1/4 in. pieces2 tablespoons extra virgin olive...

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Gingerbread Latte
BeveragesEuropeanItalian

Gingerbread Latte

Ingredients: 1/2-1 fluid ounce gingerbread-flavored syrup ( I used Monin)4 ounces espresso4 -5 fluid...

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Italian Style Baked Beans
BeansItalianSide dishes

Italian Style Baked Beans

Ingredients: 6 ounces bacon, chopped2 onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped1 cup dark beer1 cup...

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Almond Cream (Crema Di Mandorle)
DessertItalianPuddings and mousses

Almond Cream (Crema Di Mandorle)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup sugar1 cup blanched almonds ( chopped)1 cup whipping cream2...

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Braised Sweet Bell Peppers
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Braised Sweet Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium red peppers, seeded and quartered1 medium green peppers,...

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Mama's Marinara
ItalianTomatoesVegetables

Mama’s Marinara

Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic, crushed1/2 yellow onions, peeled and chopped fine3 tablespoons olive oilchili...

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Quick Anchovy and Garlic Sauce
ItalianMain dishPasta

Quick Anchovy and Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter1 (2 ounce) cans flat anchovies packed in oil4 teaspoons minced...

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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersItalianMeat

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet Italian sausage links, with casing removed2 cloves garlic, minced1/3 cup...

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Potato and Spinach Dumplings
ItalianPotatoesVegetables

Potato and Spinach Dumplings

Ingredients: 3 large potatoes2 egg whites1 cup self raising flour1 packet frozen spinachpepper1 pinch...

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Affogato Mocha
DessertEuropeanItalian

Affogato Mocha

Ingredients: 1 pint chocolate ice cream8 tablespoons bittersweet chocolate pieces or 8 tablespoons semisweet...

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Garlic Herb Cheese Croutons
Condimentsetc.Garnishes

Garlic Herb Cheese Croutons

Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon olive oil1/2 tablespoon butter2 garlic cloves, finely minced1/2 tablespoon dried Italian...

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Italian Peas
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Italian Peas

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans peas, undrained, the tiny party type1/4 cup onions, finely...

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Pizelles (Italian Waffle Cookies)
Cookies and browniesDessertItalian

Pizelles (Italian Waffle Cookies)

Ingredients: 6 large eggs, beaten2 cups granulated sugar1/2 cup margarine, melted ( not butter)1/2...

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Italian White Bean Soup With Greens (Sbd)
BeansItalianSoups & stews

Italian White Bean Soup With Greens (Sbd)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs swiss chard (I used kale) or 1 1/2 lbs escarole...

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Beef and Polenta Bake
ItalianMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Polenta Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced3 carrots, finely chopped2...

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Italian Sausage and Peppers
< 60 minsEuropeanItalian

Italian Sausage and Peppers

Ingredients: 2 lbs Italian sausage or 2 lbs Polish kielbasa, cut into 2 inch...

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Italian Bread Loaf
BreadsEuropeanItalian

Italian Bread Loaf

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread2 cups fresh tomatoes ( chopped)1 cup mozzarella cheese1 cup...

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Mom's Italian Pork Chops
ItalianMeatPork

Mom’s Italian Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil1 eggs3/4 cup milk1/2 cup breadcrumbs4 pork chopssalt and pepper (...

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Pepperoni Caesar Salad
ItalianSaladsVegetables

Pepperoni Caesar Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil2 teaspoons red wine vinegar2 teaspoons mayonnaise2 cloves garlic, minced1/2...

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Peppers Italian Country Style
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Peppers Italian Country Style

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 medium onions2 red bell peppers2 yellow bell...

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Spinach and Ricotta Bruschetta
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Spinach and Ricotta Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 garlic cloves, minced1 1/2 cups fresh spinach1/2 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup parmesan...

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ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Tomato-Onion Lasagna

Ingredients: 6 -8 large fresh tomatoes, peeled and sliced thin6 yellow onions, sliced thinparmesan...

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Minestrone
BeansItalianSoups & stews

Minestrone

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 onions2 garlic cloves2 teaspoons dried basil1 carrots1 potatoes2 courgettes1/4...

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Italian Turnip Soup Mellowed With Rice
ItalianSoups & stewsVegetables

Italian Turnip Soup Mellowed With Rice

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 lb turnips, peeled,and cut into 1/2...

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Italian Doughnuts
BreadsDessertItalian

Italian Doughnuts

Ingredients: 1 lb prepared pizza dough3/4 cup sugar1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamonvegetable oil, for...

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Italian White Bean Salad
BeansItalianSalads

Italian White Bean Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb dried white beans, Note 1 or 1 lb dried borlotti beans,...

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Spaghetti Squash Parmesan
EuropeanGluten FreeItalian

Spaghetti Squash Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 spaghetti squash, quartered1 cup water1 1/2 cups zucchini, shredded1/2 cup tomatoes, diced1/3...

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Roasted Figs With Prosciutto and Gorgonzola
AppetizersFruitItalian

Roasted Figs With Prosciutto and Gorgonzola

Ingredients: 4 fresh figs50 g gorgonzola ( dolce)4 slices prosciutto1 cup rocketextra virgin olive...

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Plain Roasted Artichoke Hearts
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Plain Roasted Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 3 (15 ounce) cans artichoke hearts4 garlic cloves, quartered2 teaspoons extra virgin olive...

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Creamy Italian White Bean Soup
BeansItalianSoups & stews

Creamy Italian White Bean Soup

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 onions, chopped1 stalk celery, chopped1 garlic cloves, minced2 (16...

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Toasted Pound Cake With Mascarpone and Amaretto
DessertEuropeanItalian

Toasted Pound Cake With Mascarpone and Amaretto

Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) sliced poundcake, cut crosswise into 12 slices3/4 cup apricot...

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Mama Tonianns Garlic and Oil
ItalianPastarice and grains

Mama Tonianns Garlic and Oil

Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon dried basil2 tablespoons...

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Italian Herb Dipping Oil
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Italian Herb Dipping Oil

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon oregano1/2 teaspoon basil1/2 teaspoon rosemary1/2 teaspoon marjoram1/2 teaspoon...

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Italian Prosciutto cups
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Italian Prosciutto cups

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach8 ounces ricotta cheese1/2 cup grated parmesan...

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Amaretto Almond Cheesecake  1999
CheesecakeDessertItalian

Amaretto Almond Cheesecake 1999

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups vanilla cream-filled sandwich style cookies, crumbs1/8 teaspoon almond extract2 ounces...

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Vegetarian Green Beans and Tomatoes
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Vegetarian Green Beans and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs green beans ( cut in half)1 large tomatoes ( skinned...

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Pasta With Spiced Tomato Basil Sauce
ItalianPastarice and grains

Pasta With Spiced Tomato Basil Sauce

Ingredients: 6 plum tomatoes, chopped2 cups basil, coarsely chopped3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped6 anchovy...

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