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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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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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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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Inside-Out Manicotti

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

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Veal or Chicken Scaloppine With Saffron Cream Sauce
ItalianMain dishMeat

Veal or Chicken Scaloppine With Saffron Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb veal ( or boneless chicken breasts)saltpepper2 1/2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive...

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Heart Attack Brussels Sprouts
EuropeanItalianSide dishes

Heart Attack Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 3 ounces pancetta, finely chopped ( Italian bacon)5 shallots ( diced finely)5 garlic...

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Polenta Toasties With Mushroom Sauce
EuropeanItalianSide dishes

Polenta Toasties With Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/4 liters water250 g coarse polentasalt1 tablespoon butter200 g mushrooms, sliced2 garlic...

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Italian-Style Spinach
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Italian-Style Spinach

Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh spinach, washed2 tablespoons water3 tablespoons butter2 cloves garlic, finely chopped1/3...

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Garlic Polenta With Sausage
EuropeanItalianMeat

Garlic Polenta With Sausage

Ingredients: 1 lb mild Italian sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces1/4 lb pancetta or...

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Low-Fat Fettuccine
EuropeanItalianPasta

Low-Fat Fettuccine

Ingredients: 8 ounces fat free cream cheese ( cubed)1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese4 tablespoons...

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Sicilian Green Beans (Low Fat)
BeansItalianSide dishes

Sicilian Green Beans (Low Fat)

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bags frozen green beans1/8 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4...

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Foolproof Cilantro Lime Pesto
EuropeanItalianVegetables

Foolproof Cilantro Lime Pesto

Ingredients: 1 bunch fresh cilantro, rinsed & dried ( 3 c. loosely packed)1/2 cup...

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Giambotta
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Giambotta

Ingredients: 4 -5 garlic cloves, finely chopped1/2 cup olive oil1 (35 ounce) cans peeled...

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Bruschetta II
AppetizersItalianVegetables

Bruschetta II

Ingredients: 1 baguette or 1 sourdough loaf3 -4 roma tomatoes, sliced*1/2 cup fresh parmesan...

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Caramel Macchiato
BeveragesEggs/dairyItalian

Caramel Macchiato

Ingredients: 3 ounces prepared espresso1 ounce caramel syrup ( use syrups prepared for coffees,...

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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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Parmesan Stuffed Tomatoes
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Parmesan Stuffed Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup parmesan cheese3 tablespoons parsley, chopped2 tablespoons chives, chopped1 teaspoon...

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Mushroom and Chilli Pasta
ItalianMain dishPasta

Mushroom and Chilli Pasta

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil500 g button mushrooms, sliced thinly2 large chilies, finely sliced1...

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Mocha Affagato
BeveragesChocolateItalian

Mocha Affagato

Ingredients: 1 pinch powdered chocolate milk mix1 fluid ounce espresso coffee1 scoop vanilla ice...

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Steamed Broccoli Italian Style
BroccoliItalianVegetables

Steamed Broccoli Italian Style

Ingredients: 1 head broccoli ( the smaller and more purple the buds, the better)1...

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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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Gnocchi Alla Romana
ItalianMain dishPasta

Gnocchi Alla Romana

Ingredients: 3 cups milk1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup unsalted butter1 cup semolina ( Malt-o-Meal)1 cup...

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Vegetarian Minestrone
ItalianSoups & stewsVegetables

Vegetarian Minestrone

Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped3 cups water2 cups chopped zucchini1 cup diced carrots1 cup beans,...

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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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Classic Tiramisu
DessertEuropeanItalian

Classic Tiramisu

Ingredients: 2 (4 1/2 ounce) packages champagne biscuits ( dry lady finger like biscuits)2...

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Celery
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Celery, Milan Style

Ingredients: 6 large celery ribs, cut in 2 inch pieces ( about 4 cups)3/4...

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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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ItalianPastarice and grains

Pasta With Green Olives, Bacon, Mushroom and Artichoke

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages penne pasta6 -8 green olives6 slices bacon6 -8 large...

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Italian Dream
BeveragesItalianSmoothies

Italian Dream

Ingredients: 1 1/2 ounces irish cream1/2 ounce Amaretto2 ounces light cream Directions: Blend with...

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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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Herbed Polenta
EuropeanItalianSide dishes

Herbed Polenta

Ingredients: 1 cup assorted fresh herb leaves ( such as mint, tarragon, parsley and...

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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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"REAL" Italian Bolognese Sauce
Condimentsetc.Italian

“REAL” Italian Bolognese Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 lb bacon1 medium onions ( finely chopped)1 stalk celery ( finely chopped)1...

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Jan's Marinara Sauce
Condimentsetc.Italian

Jan’s Marinara Sauce

Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil1 clove large garlic ( I ALWAYS use more!)2 medium...

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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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Maharaja Curry
EuropeanItalianMain dish

Maharaja Curry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon cumin seeds2 medium onions, finely chopped1 teaspoon ground...

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Lazy Mom's Focaccia
AppetizersBreadsItalian

Lazy Mom’s Focaccia

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil, plusextra olive oil, to grease pan1 (10 ounce) packages...

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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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Chicken Stuffed With Potatoes and Olives
ItalianPotatoesVegetables

Chicken Stuffed With Potatoes and Olives

Ingredients: 3 -4 medium red potatoes, unpeeled cooked and cubed10 stuffed green olives, chopped3...

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Almond Amaretto Coffee
BeveragesEuropeanItalian

Almond Amaretto Coffee

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon toasted slivered almonds (optional)1 tablespoon Amaretto1/2 cup hot freshly brewed coffeewhipped...

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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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Vegan Pasta Amatriciana
ItalianMain dishPasta

Vegan Pasta Amatriciana

Ingredients: 2 cups tomato sauce ( Prego basil and garlic is good)6 leaves basil2...

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Classic Fettuccine Alfredo
ItalianPastarice and grains

Classic Fettuccine Alfredo

Ingredients: 1 lb fettuccineboiling watersalt1 cup heavy cream1/2 cup soft butterfresh ground black pepper1/4...

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Latte Macchiato - 3 Layered Coffee
BeveragesEuropeanItalian

Latte Macchiato – 3 Layered Coffee

Ingredients: 2 cups milk ( no fat-reduced product)3 tablespoons instant espresso coffee powder, heaped...

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Puttanesca Pasta
ItalianMain dishPasta

Puttanesca Pasta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil3 minced garlic cloves1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper...

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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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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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Tomato and Basil Salad
ItalianSaladsVegetables

Tomato and Basil Salad

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 garlic cloves, crushed1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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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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Pasta with Sausage and Peppers
ItalianPastarice and grains

Pasta with Sausage and Peppers

Ingredients: 1 lb mild Italian sausage1 medium green bell peppers, chopped1 medium red bell...

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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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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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Fried Sage Leaves
AppetizersItalianVegetables

Fried Sage Leaves

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, as needed for 1/2 inch depth1 cup...

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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 Peas
ItalianSide dishesVegetables

Italian Peas

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

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Caesar Salad - Classic
ItalianSaladsVegetables

Caesar Salad – Classic

Ingredients: 1 head romaine lettuce ( broken into pieces)1/4 cup olive oil, infused with2...

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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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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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Calzones II
EuropeanItalianMain dish

Calzones II

Ingredients: 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded4 ounces ham, finely chopped...

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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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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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