Authentic Italian Recipes

This unusual (but delicious) egg dish is made by stewing a sliced frittata—or omelette—in a savory tomato sauce. It’s called “Eggs in...

Particularly in the past (although this is often still the case today), when an Italian family killed a precious pig it was crucial not...

These Christmas cookies from Abruzzo are very simple to make, but deliver a ton of flavor! They’re the kind of cookies that taste so...

Porchetta is slow-roasted pork, seasoned with savory herbs and encased in a shell of crispy skin. It’s a classic in the area around Rome...

Pistachio pesto is a delicious and versatile condiment; it can be used as a pasta sauce, on a sandwich, or as a stuffing for involtini...

This is the pistachio-flavored version of our favorite Italian cookie: Paste di Mandorla. These unassuming cookies may not look like...

This classic Italian risotto is delicate, elegant and delicious! If you’ve never made risotto before, this is an excellent way to dip...

This traditional Italian sausage dish, known locally as “Vruaccula e Sotizzi,” is a staple in northern Calabria. The broccoli rabe...

This simple and delicious dish uses a unique condiment called “salmoriglio” to season a grilled swordfish steak. This sauce is made with...

"Uova in Purgatorio" is the Italian version of the Mediterranean classic, shakshouka, where eggs are poached in a pan of flavorful tomato...

Pesto alla Genovese is a versatile sauce that originated in Genoa, Italy, and has become a beloved staple in Italian cuisine. This basil...

Everyone loves Nutella, including us. We consider it to be a major macronutrient, up there with protein, fat and carbs. That being said,...

This yummy cauliflower dish makes a great vegetable side, but it’s rich enough to serve as a main course! Hailing from Piedmont, Italy,...

This dish goes by a few different names outside of Italy: eggplant parm, eggplant parmesan, eggplant parmigiana… In Italy, it’s known by...

A basic tomato sauce, whether it’s meant for a plate of spaghetti or an eggplant parmigiana, should be very simple. High quality tomatoes...

This super simple chestnut cake was traditionally made with chestnut flour and water—that's it! While today it's common to add raisins,...

This hearty risotto is perfect for autumn! The natural sweetness of the chestnuts goes well with the earthy mushroom flavor. If you have...

This simple chicken dish, hailing from Rome, is an easy way to whip up a very delicious meal. The cooking method is quite similar to...

This Sicilian dish dresses shallow-fried squash with a sweet and sour marinade. It's delicious, and a great way to make a stand-out...

This is how polenta is typically served in central Italy: soft and creamy, topped with a hearty meat ragù and grated cheese. To serve it...