Spicy Seafood Bisque
This spicy soup, featuring shrimp, crabmeat and tomatoes, gets its zip from hot pepper sauce and cayenne pepper. It's easy...

Tortellini Sausage Alfredo
I invented this dish for my kids when were young using all the things they like—sausage, mushrooms, onions, green pepper...

Italian Pepper Steak
Thin tender strips of sirloin steak are served with sauteed sweet peppers and onion in this pleasing entree from the...
Bruschetta from the Grill
Dijon mustard, mayonnaise and oregano make a savory spread for chopped tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil in this fun twist...
String Cheese Stuffed-Crust Pizza
There's no pizza delivery in our rural community, so I rely on this recipe instead. The edges of the no-fail...

Fresh Tomato Basil Pizza
I crave this bruschetta-like pizza in spring, when I'm planting tomatoes in our garden. Slices make great appetizers when the...

Bacon-Colby Lasagna
My grandmother added bacon to her cheesy lasagna—something she borrowed from carbonara-style pasta. I learned so much by her side....

Sausage Pasta Sauce
Sweet peppers, onions and garlic give this red sauce its rich flavor, and a little cream gives it a smooth...

Italian Sweet Bread
Sure, it's a holiday favorite, but Italian sweet bread is easy enough to be an everyday treat. You'll find a...

Lovely Cherry Layer Cake
"This delicious eye-catching cake is a variation of an Italian dessert recipe that's been in my family for years," says...

Cracked Pepper Bread
I love my bread machine and am always trying new recipes in it. This bread is one of my successes....

Mozzarella Marinara
My husband and I enjoy mozzarella marinara at our state fair and though we'd try to make our own version...

Honey Garlic Meatballs
Make these delicious honey garlic meatballs the next time you're craving something sweet, tangy and savory. Perfect when paired with...

Pesto Cream Cheese Spread
This is a terrific appetizer to serve when hosting an Italian-theme-meal. People may be a little hesitant to try it,...

Veggie Sausage Strata
As a retired home economics teacher, I've made quite a few recipes through the years. This hearty casserole is a...

Italian Sausage Macaroni Bake
"Because we have three children who keep us busy, casseroles have been life-savers for me," notes Amber Zurbrugg of Alliance,...
Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup
“My husband is not a soup-for-dinner kind of guy, but he loves this chunky, stick-to-your-ribs soup,” laughs Nancy Tafoya in...

Oregano Garlic Bread
"When making spaghetti one night, I created this recipe to use up left over sub rolls," says Laura Winemiller of...

Bacon Chicken Alfredo
"I had a rich pasta dish similar to this at a restaurant," recalls Dana Simmons of Lancaster, Ohio. " It...
Spinach Chicken Manicotti
Pepper and nutmeg spice up the rich sauce in this hearty chicken and spinach manicotti. I made this for my...

Stuffed Green Pepper Cups
"You can make this delicious main dish from start to finish in about half an hour," notes Merrill Powers of...
Tasty Meatball Sandwiches
These sandwiches are so yummy no one will guess frozen meatballs are your secret ingredient! They also make easy appetizers...
Holiday Biscotti
A twice-baked Italian cookie, biscotti makes a wonderful "dunker." A pretty way to present a batch is on a seasonal...

Grilled Parmesan Potatoes
Take a break from usual baked potatoes-and keep the oven cool in the meantime-by cooking these spectacular "spuds" on the...

Oven-Fried Fish
When you're looking for a fast, flavorful meal, look no further than fish! Parmesan cheese and special seasonings add a...

Egg and Tomato Scramble
The recipe for Egg and Tomato Scramble comes from Ilva Jasica of St. Joseph, Michigan. "My mother used to make...

Garden Saute
Reports Nena Williams of Georgetown, Texas, "I love to make Garden Saute for dinner parties. It's a fun, colorful side...

Fresh Tomato Pasta Toss
My parents went on vacation last year just as their tomato crop - and mine - was ready to harvest....

Zippy Chicken Cacciatore
For an entree with Italian flair, try these tender chicken breasts simmered in a nicely seasoned tomato sauce. The sauce...