Pasta e Ceci (Italian Chickpea Soup)
Pasta e Ceci is a simple, hearty Italian chickpea soup packed with savory flavor. Comforting, nourishing, and satisfying enough to please everyone at the table.
Italian Recipes
Crispy Pan Fried Gnocchi with Veggies
Crispy pan-fried gnocchi with zucchini, cherry tomatoes, basil, and pecorino cheese—all cooked in one pan in just 20 minutes. Golden on the outside, tender inside, and easily vegan- or gluten-free-adaptable.
Homemade Pesto Chicken
Sometimes you just need EASY. This Homemade Pesto Chicken is exactly that! You need this recipe up your sleeve, just waiting to save your dinner situation on a busy weeknight. Pesto chicken has exactly 3 ingredients and comes together in a flash, but does not skimp on flavor! Pair it with pasta or with a…
Basil Pesto Sauce
Pesto is the EASIEST way to make a dish instantly more classy, and it’s SO easy to make homemade. It’s basically cheese and nuts crushed up with olive oil, with some intense fresh basil action going on. What’s not to love here? It’s the perfect sauce for pasta, chicken, beef, in salads or on sandwiches,…
Easy Homemade Pasta
Much like life, the secret to perfecting pasta dough is knowing when to rest. Pasta has taught me that the best results most often come from not forcing or rushing. And how a little patience can transform simple ingredients into something extraordinary.
Baked Rigatoni
A cozy, crowd-pleasing Baked Rigatoni with rich sauce and creamy béchamel—easily made vegetarian. Use the honeycomb method for special occasions, or bake it in your favorite 9×13 dish. Vegan-adaptable.
Stuffed Mushrooms
These meatless stuffed mushrooms are elegant, crowd-pleasing, and easy to make—a catering favorite made with pine nuts, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and cream cheese. Gluten-free and easily vegan-adaptable!
Butternut Squash Lasagna
This Butternut Squash Lasagna is the vegetarian main dish of my dreams! Layers of noodles, roasted squash, buttery spinach, a rich and savory cream sauce, and of course lots of Parmesan cheese make this the fall casserole that will steal the show this Thanksgiving. Delicious and hearty, it’s the perfect comfort food on a chilly…
Stuffed Shells with Mushrooms, Spinach & Ricotta
Cozy, satisfying, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, these Stuffed Shells are filled with ricotta, mushrooms, spinach, and fresh herbs, baked in a rich marinara sauce until bubbly and golden.
Beet Risotto
This Beet Risotto is creamy, comforting, and bursting with color! Roasted beets melt into creamy risotto, imparting earthy goodness and subtle sweetness. Gluten-free, vegan-adaptable.
Roasted Vegetable Pasta
Dig into a bowl of Roasted Vegetable Pasta, with garden-fresh veggies caramelized to sweet perfection. Tossed with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, this fast, flavorful dish tastes like late summer in every bite.
Easy Pesto Pasta with Fresh Basil
This quick pesto pasta recipe is bright, bold, and packed with flavor. Made with fresh summer ingredients, this delicious weeknight meal is perfect for summer and ready in just 30 minutes! Vegan-adaptable and gluten-free adaptable.
15 Minute Shrimp Scampi
This Shrimp Scampi recipe is the one that made me a shrimp lover! Every bite is tender. I’ve had too much rubbery shrimp in my life to not be sensitive to this! There is a special brining step that helps achieve perfectly cooked shrimp with a slight crisp on the edge. The tender, juicy shrimp…
Caramelized Leek Pasta
This caramelized leek pasta features meltingly tender leeks in a light lemony cream sauce, tossed with your favorite pasta, topped with optional pangritata. Gluten-free and vegan adaptable.
Eggplant Rollatini
My eggplant rollatini features tender eggplant stuffed with ricotta, parmesan, and basil and baked to cheesy perfection. They are easy to make and deliciously comforting. My eggplant rollatini recipe is my go-to whenever I want to make a family-friendl…
Grilled Chicken Margherita
My easy grilled chicken margherita recipe features tender grilled chicken breasts topped with melty mozzarella, pesto, and cherry tomatoes. It’s quick and makes an easy weeknight dinner. I used to be obsessed with Olive Garden, especially t…
Veal Parmesan
My veal parmesan features crispy veal cutlets smothered in a homemade tomato sauce, and gooey melted cheese. It’s the perfect quick and easy family dinner. When my family wants the Italian-American experience, I’ll whip up this easy veal pa…
Strawberry Tiramisu
This strawberry tiramisu recipe is the perfect spring dessert. Fresh strawberries are layered with ladyfingers soaked in orange juice and St. Germaine (elderflower liqueur) with a whipped mascarpone-yogurt cream. Light and refreshing, this one is a cro…
Quick Lamb Ragu
My quick and easy lamb ragu recipe features lamb, tomatoes, and aromatics braised until it’s fall-apart tender, creating a hearty, flavorful sauce. It’s hearty, flavor-packed, and has stovetop, Instant Pot, and slow cooker cooking options. …
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
This air fryer chicken parmesan recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy crispy breaded chicken with a tomato and mozzarella cheese topping. None of the deep frying is needed. Classic chicken parm is one of my all-time favorite dishes, so I’…
Lemon Pasta
This bright and zesty Lemon Pasta recipe is studded with garlic and shallots, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and optional pecorino cheese. Easy to make in under 25 minutes. Vegan and gluten-free adaptable.
Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce
My cottage cheese pasta sauce is smooth, cheesy, and secretly healthy. Ready in minutes, it’s made with NO heavy cream! When I’m craving a massive bowl of cheesy pasta but trying to be healthy, I make this creamy cottage cheese pasta recipe. The …
Classic Shrimp Scampi
Elegant, quick and full of flavor, this classic Shrimp Scampi recipe features tender sautéed shrimp in a simple lemon garlic butter sauce. Serve with pasta for a quick weeknight meal or enjoy as an appetizer.
Chicken Crust Pizza
My chicken crust pizza recipe is made with just three ingredients and yields a thick, chewy, and crispy crust. It’s ready in minutes and satisfies the pizza cravings. If you love cooking with ground chicken, try my ground chicken burgers, ground …
Chicken Marsala
My chicken marsala recipe features pan-fried chicken cutlets simmered in a creamy mushroom sauce. It’s my family’s favorite simple yet elegant weeknight dinner. If you’re hungry for more Italian-inspired chicken recipes, try my chicke…