Ziti Bake
My children have frowned upon many of my casserole recipes, but they give a cheer when they hear we're having...
Italian Wedding Soup
Even in our hot Florida weather, this soup always satisfies! I add cooked pasta at the end of the simmering...
Spaghetti Chicken Parmesan
I like to make this yummy chicken Parmesan with spaghetti when I have extra sauce on hand. The herbed coating...
Herbed Chicken Caesar Salad
This chicken Caesar salad looks and tastes fancy but couldn't be easier to make. It's my husband's favorite dinner.—Kay Andersen,...
Memorable Biscotti
The enticing aroma of anise filled the kitchen and wafted through the house as Mom baked these crisp cookies when...
Potluck Antipasto Pasta Salad
I love trying new recipes, and this one for Italian pasta salad tops all other varieties I've tried. With beans,...
Chicken Escarole Soup with Meatballs
This is an old recipe from southern Italy. My mother gave it to me when I was first married. It...
Easy Chicken Tetrazzini
This easy chicken tetrazzini is made with leftover cooked chicken and canned soup. It's the perfect recipe for busy weeknights...
Sausage Lentil Soup
I first tasted this wonderful soup at a friend's house. Now it's my favorite, especially on a cool, crisp night....
Savory Spaghetti Sauce
This fresh-tasting spaghetti sauce is a real crowd-pleaser. I rely on this flavorful recipe often. It tastes especially good in...
Italian Sausage Sandwiches
When my wife and I have friends over, we love to serve these sandwiches. This is a convenient recipe, since...
Chicken Tetrazzini
My husband is not a casserole lover, but this creamy, cheesy chicken tetrazzini is one of his favorites! Nutmeg gives...
Slow-Cooked Short Ribs with Salt-Skin Potatoes
I love short ribs, and they are best prepared low and slow in a flavorful sauce. I also love salt...
Light & Lemony Scampi
A touch more lemon helped me trim the calories in our favorite shrimp scampi recipe. For those who want to...
Cioppino-Style Soup
This classic San Fransisco soup makes an easy, healthy and flavorful dinner. I serve it every New Year's Eve, and...
Double-Crust Pizza Casserole
After my husband and I got married, this biscuit pizza solved the what’s-for-dinner problem. As our family grew, I just...
Slow-Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches
I have fond memories of my mother in the kitchen preparing her amazing beef dip sandwiches. They always made our...
Quick Chicken Parmesan
My mother inspired me to develop my first pasta sauce. It's tangy, simple and really satisfying. The longer it simmers,...
Spiced Pumpkin Tiramisu
I added pumpkin and subtracted some of the coffee flavor in a tiramisu I developed for a special holiday dinner....
Toasted Ravioli Puffs
I call toasted ravioli a fan favorite because it disappears faster than I can make it. With just five ingredients,...
Italian Shredded Pork Stew
Need a warm meal for a chilly night? Throw together this slow-cooked stew that’s brightened with fresh sweet potatoes, kale...
Cherry Tomato & Basil Focaccia
When I had 80 pounds of tomatoes, I got creative incorporating them into meals. Sometimes I slice this loaf into...
Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes
This entree is a fantastic way to savor fresh tomatoes, especially during the warm summer months. It’s quite simple, but...
Pepperoni Pizza Soup
Once upon a time, my husband and I owned a pizzeria and this dish was always popular on the menu....
Garden Vegetable Primavera
Although I enjoy this dish throughout the year, it's even more special when I use my garden to supply the...
Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad
My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling...
Basil Tomato Soup with Orzo
The soup is so scrumptious that it is worth the time it takes to cut up the fresh basil. I...
Italian-Style Salisbury Steaks
This is my husband's favorite. He loves it! If you like, you can top each serving with mozzarella or Parmesan...
Simple Tomato Soup
I created this recipe on a bad weather day. My husband, Mic, and my daughter, Liz, ask for this soup...