Italian

To create a more “grown-up” grilled cheese sandwich, I threw in tangy goat cheese and peppery arugula. I enjoy a...

Inspired by a dish I had at a restaurant, this simply sensational combination should marinate for at least three hours—the...

Easy, fast to fix and delicious, this meal maker is a winner! —Kirsten Norgaard, Astoria, Oregon

Our contest-winning artichoke tomato pasta is light enough to eat even on a hot summer day. The flavors of artichoke...

Ditch the red sauce and change up pizza night with this chicken Alfredo pizza. The homemade white sauce is so...

This is a terrific warm-weather dish, loaded with fresh flavors. I make mine meatless, but some sliced grilled chicken on...

Yummy! There are so many great flavors and textures in these wraps. Feel free to experiment with the ingredients—use mozzarella,...

These cannoli cookies are a fantastic dessert to prepare when you want something that looks fancy but is actually a...

This herb-crusted Italian pork loin is an easy-to-make entree that will impress everyone who gets to enjoy it.

This classic San Fransisco soup makes an easy, healthy and flavorful dinner. I serve it every New Year's Eve, and...

Try this sauce at times when you have a box of pasta or a store-bought pizza shell and need a...

This heartwarming dish is something I threw together years ago for my oldest daughter. When she's having a rough day,...

Indulge in a homemade pepperoni calzone, a blend of melty cheese and zesty pepperoni wrapped in a crispy golden crust....

Pasta loaded with artichokes and creamy cheese is everything a Sunday dinner should be: rich, tasty and memorable. Add cooked...

A unique take on classic meatballs, this baked spaghetti and meatballs sees a portion of pasta baked right into the...

When my husband travels for work, I make a special dinner for my kids to keep their minds off missing...

When she was a little girl growing up in Italy, my Aunt Virginia learned to make a dish called “Noodles...

I created this dip for my daughter's pizza-themed birthday party. It was an instant hit and I've continued to take...

Panna cotta is an Italian dessert that means “cooked cream.” My friend and I developed a tropical version that’s rich,...

Lasagna is a popular holiday meal, but it's hard to find time to put it together. This slow cooker version...

My red, white and green salad is inspired by the Italian flag. Top it with shaved Parmesan. —Malia Estes, Allston,...

When you cannot decide between Thai takeout or pizza, this is the recipe for you.

Ravioli on a stick is a tasty appetizer everyone talks about. They’re simple and fun to make and eat. Use...

My cheesy, noodle-y lasagna makes any slow-cooker skeptic a believer. It's easy to prep while my kids nap, and dinner's...

After Hurricane Sandy, we were without power for two weeks. I learned what you can make on a grill, such...

My sister gave me fresh tomatoes and basil, so I made a bread salad known as Panzanella. The longer it...

For an Italian twist on salad, I mix greens with red onion, mushrooms, olives, pepperoncini, lemon juice and Italian seasoning....

With only a few ingredients, this roast beef is a snap to throw together. And after cooking all day, the...