50 Italian Recipes To Add To The Menu (2024)

Table of Contents
1. Creamy Chicken Marsala 2. Frutti di Mare 3. RagĂč alla Bolognese 4. Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken Piccata 5. Italian Ravioli with Spinach, Artichokes, Capers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes 6. Italian Pasta Salad 7. Bomboloni – Italian Doughnuts 8. Hot Italian Sliders 9. Italian Roasted Potatoes 10. Italian Oven Roasted Vegetables 11. Italian Chicken Meal Prep Bowls 12. Befanini 13. Tomato & Basil Bruschetta 14. Italian Sausage Rigatoni 15. Tortellini Soup With Italian Sausage and Spinach 16. Italian Crescent Casserole 17. Garlic Parmesan Cheese Bombs 18. Mussels in Spicy Red Arrabbiata Sauce 19. Garlic Butter Italian Sausage Sandwiches 20. Italian Skillet Chicken With Tomatoes and Mushrooms 21. Easy Beefaroni 22. Slow Cooker Italian Beef 23. Best Italian Marinara Sauce 24. Ravioli With Garlic Basil Oil 25. Italian Sandwich Roll-Ups 26. 20 Minute Tortellini Pasta Carbonara 27. Chiacchiere Fried Italian Pastries 28. Brodetto Di Pesce 29. Rustic Italian Pizza Dough 30. Chocolate Italian Sponge Cake 31. Italian Sausage and Peppers 32. Creamy Mushroom Soup with Italian Sausage 33. Italian Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese 34. Italian Seafood Pasta with Mussels & Calamari 35. Italian Braised Chicken 36. Shrimp and Corn Risotto with Bacon 37. Pane Bianco 38. Osso Buco 39. Italian Green Salad 40. Orzo With Italian Sausage and Peppers 41. Focaccia Di Genova 42. Easy Stromboli 43. Stuffed Italian Flank Steak 44. Porchetta 45. Italian Pesto Sliders 46. Italian Style Chicken Mozzarella Skillet 47. Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin 48. Italian Wedding Soup 49. Easy Italian Stuffed Peppers 50. Spaghetti Olio E Aglio FAQs References

Are you craving something Italian? Perhaps you are like me and always craving something Italian? 😉 If you live to eat things like pasta primavera, spaghetti, piccata and all things parmesan, then do we ever have an amazing recipe list for you. Having spent a few months researching the best Italian recipes on Pinterest and from my favorite food bloggers, I narrowed it down to 50 top picks. If you need some tried and true Italian recipes to add to your menu, then check out these amazing dishes. Whether you are looking for breakfast ideas, lunch recipes to take to work, easy dinners to make for one or even a crowd, we have lots of foods to choose from. Then dessert, we can’t forget about that, so we included cookies, doughnuts, and Italian cakes to satisfy your sweets craving. Complete with gorgeous photos and foolproof follow along tutorials, you will be serving the best Italian meal around in no time! Turn on Dean Martin “That’s Amore” or some Italian opera and get busy in the kitchen with these 50 Italian recipe favorites.

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Our favorite Italian quote of the day:

tutto finisce a tarallucci e vino* (it all ends with biscuits and wine)*

1. Creamy Chicken Marsala

therecipecritic

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Marsala is an Italian fortified wine with smoky, deep flavor. And I don’t mind cooking with it especially with this tasty and creamy dish of Chicken Marsala. A delicious classic Italian dish that is ready in under 30 minutes, this awesome recipe will surely impress any guest that you invite over to your house.

2. Frutti di Mare

ciaoflorentina

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Talk about a fantastic looking dish! I am a huge fan of all the clams, mussels and other sea creatures, so I am surely bookmarking this one and making it this weekend. It looks so healthy and tasty with the seafood and tomato sauce. Totally the perfect dinner for me and my hubby.

3. RagĂč alla Bolognese

philosokitchen

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If you’re looking for an authentic RagĂč recipe, you will definitely love this one from Philosokitchen. This just might be the best Bolognese you will have. It’s flavorful, light and simple. Learn how to cook this recipe by reading the full tutorial.

4. Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken Piccata

cafedelites

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I have made this dish repeatedly since I found it. Chicken Picatta is my all time favorite comfort food and this recipe is the very best in light cooking. So delicious, you would want to jump in the picatta train! Cafe Delites nailed it with this amazingly good recipe.

5. Italian Ravioli with Spinach, Artichokes, Capers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes

juliasalbum

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These Italian ravioli taste so good and look amazing on a plate. The best part is that it takes only 30 minutes from start to finish. A meatless, refreshing, Mediterranean style pasta recipe that doesn’t need any meat – the veggies and the ravioli will make you feel full. Definitely going into my dinner recipe rotation.

6. Italian Pasta Salad

lifemadesweeter

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Pasta salads are easy, flavorful and I love that you can make them ahead of time since they keep well in the fridge. The great thing is that it gets even more scrumptious as the flavors marinate over time. They are just my favorite to bring on summer barbecues, parties, and potlucks. Learn how to make these by following along with the full recipe from Life Made Sweeter.

7. Bomboloni – Italian Doughnuts

thebakingfairy

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Did anybody say doughnuts? I simply cannot resist them so when I chanced upon this recipe of Italian doughnuts, I just had to make them. Bomboloni as they are called in Italy, are doughnuts that are fried, coated in granulated sugar, and traditionally stuffed with pastry cream. How can you say no to this delightful treat?

8. Hot Italian Sliders

chelseasmessyapron

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If you’re looking for a perfect Italian appetizer, then this recipe is just for you. These sliders are so quick, easy, and make the perfect appetizer. Packed with meat and cheese, it’s also a fantastic idea for a Super Bowl night. They are insanely good, it will be an instant hit every time you serve them.

9. Italian Roasted Potatoes

rasamalaysia

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Wow, these baby potatoes are looking insanely delicious. The color it took after cooking is simply mouth-watering. All the flavors work beautifully. They are super delicious, I would be making them again and again.

10. Italian Oven Roasted Vegetables

themediterraneandish

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Here’s the perfect Italian side dish you can make any time. And did I mention it’s gluten-free? Weight-watchers, rejoice! It’s the perfect gluten-free side dish you can whip up in minutes. Tasty and colorful, it also has a delicious aroma and a flavor that won’t disappoint.

11. Italian Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

eazypeazymealz

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12. Befanini

196flavors

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13. Tomato & Basil Bruschetta

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14. Italian Sausage Rigatoni

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15. Tortellini Soup With Italian Sausage and Spinach

yellowblissroad

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16. Italian Crescent Casserole

eatwheat

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17. Garlic Parmesan Cheese Bombs

therecipecritic

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18. Mussels in Spicy Red Arrabbiata Sauce

kitchenswagger

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19. Garlic Butter Italian Sausage Sandwiches

littlekitchenbigworld

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20. Italian Skillet Chicken With Tomatoes and Mushrooms

themediterraneandish

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21. Easy Beefaroni

cupcakesandkalechips

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22. Slow Cooker Italian Beef

thechunkychef

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23. Best Italian Marinara Sauce

ciaoflorentina

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24. Ravioli With Garlic Basil Oil

goeatandrepeat

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25. Italian Sandwich Roll-Ups

happygoluckyblog

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26. 20 Minute Tortellini Pasta Carbonara

thechunkychef

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27. Chiacchiere Fried Italian Pastries

thebakingfairy

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28. Brodetto Di Pesce

culinaryginger

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29. Rustic Italian Pizza Dough

ciaoflorentina

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30. Chocolate Italian Sponge Cake

aseasyasapplepie

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31. Italian Sausage and Peppers

spicysouthernkitchen

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32. Creamy Mushroom Soup with Italian Sausage

rasamalaysia

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33. Italian Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

willcookforsmiles

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34. Italian Seafood Pasta with Mussels & Calamari

cooksmarts

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35. Italian Braised Chicken

rasamalaysia

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36. Shrimp and Corn Risotto with Bacon

fromachefskitchen

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37. Pane Bianco

redstaryeast

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38. Osso Buco

philosokitchen

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39. Italian Green Salad

cookingwithmammac

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40. Orzo With Italian Sausage and Peppers

tasteandtellblog

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41. Focaccia Di Genova

196flavors

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42. Easy Stromboli

southernbite

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43. Stuffed Italian Flank Steak

thechunkychef

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44. Porchetta

carolinescooking

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45. Italian Pesto Sliders

wineandglue

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46. Italian Style Chicken Mozzarella Skillet

kyleecooks

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47. Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin

thecafesucrefarine

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48. Italian Wedding Soup

goodinthesimple

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49. Easy Italian Stuffed Peppers

savorytooth

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50. Spaghetti Olio E Aglio

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50 Italian Recipes To Add To The Menu (2024)

FAQs

What is a good Italian dish? â€ș

Of course, pasta isn't the only Italian dish worth celebrating — we could never leave out eggplant parmigiana, polpette (meatballs), and a perfectly cooked pot of risotto. Read on for more Italian classics that chefs love to make.

What is the number 1 most popular Italian meal? â€ș

Pizza. Besides pasta, pizza is perhaps the most popular and recognized Italian food. Pizza is considered a national symbol representing Italy to the rest of the world, so much so that UNESCO has acknowledged pizza as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

What are the 3 most popular foods in Italy? â€ș

When it comes to food and drink, few can top Italy's stellar reputation. Ask anyone to name their favourite dishes and you can guarantee things like pizza, pasta and gelato soon come tripping off the tongue.

What are some Italian entrees? â€ș

Many of our favorite main dishes are Italian favorites like lasagna, eggplant parmesan, shrimp scampi, spaghetti, and risotto - browse more than 1,520 Italian main dishes, rated & reviewed by home cooks like you. What would you like to cook?

What is Italy's national dish? â€ș

The national food of Italy is a pasta dish that is called Ragu alla Bolognese, which is a Bolognese sauce of meat and tomatoes with tagliatelle pasta. The dish is also sometimes just called Bolognese, because the sauce has become so popular that it is often identified as the meal itself.

What is a full Italian dinner? â€ș

An Italian meal usually consists of four courses (starter, first course, main course, and dessert). However, this can be extended to eight or more (starter, first course, main fish course, main meat course, cheese, and dessert).

What is a typical Italian dinner at home? â€ș

  1. Here are pictures of a some typical dishes

  2. Stuffed Shells with Traditional Meat Sauce.
  3. Rigatoni with Bolognese Sauce.
  4. Red Shrimp Sauce Made with Simple Cubed Tomatoes and Fresh Clams.
  5. Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi.
  6. Beef Risotto.
  7. Shrimp Scampi.
  8. Stuffed Pork Braised Osso Buco Style.
Jun 20, 2018

How to throw an Italian themed dinner party? â€ș

Dinner Party Hosting Tips: 5 Ways to Create an Italian Inspired Dinner with Dalla Fonte
  1. Invite your dearest friends and family members. ...
  2. Antipasto before the meal even begins as people gather. ...
  3. Make sure you've got the best kind of wine! ...
  4. Serve your dinner the way Italians do. ...
  5. Embrace la dolce vita.
Nov 16, 2023

What is the oldest Italian dish? â€ș

Testaroli is an ancient pasta that originated from the Etruscan civilization, a civilization of ancient Italy. The book Rustico: Regional Italian Country Cooking states that testaroli is "a direct descendant of the porridges of the Neolithic age that were poured over hot stones to cook".

What do Italians eat other than pasta? â€ș

Authentically Italy: 7 Delicious Italian Dishes That Aren't Pizza...
  • Melanzane di Parmigiana. This famous dish is made of layers of grilled eggplant with marinara sauce and parmesan cheese baked in the oven. ...
  • Chicken Cacciatora. ...
  • Ribolitta. ...
  • Arancini. ...
  • Cipollate con Pancetta. ...
  • Risotto. ...
  • Insalata Caprese.
Jan 28, 2020

What is the main meal in Italy? â€ș

Lunch is the day's main meal, lasting up to two hours! If you plan to eat lunch with locals, block out time. A typical Italian lunch consists of a primo (pasta, soup or risotto dish), a secondo (meat or fish-based dish) and a contorno (side dish).

What should I serve at an Italian buffet? â€ș

  • 1Crispy air fryer Italian frittole. ...
  • 2Italian grazing plate. ...
  • 3Polenta chips with pesto dipping sauce. ...
  • 4Cheat's gelato pavlova. ...
  • 5Florentine potato bake. ...
  • 6Confit tomato and ricotta crostini. ...
  • 7Crusty Italian bread. ...
  • 8Semi-dried tomato arancini.

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