Roasted Eggplant by Evil Fairy

This is a dish you can serve as a side,bubbling hot,over pasta or cold with pita bread. You can either leave skin on or peel. You can also do on the stove,only you will need more oil. Eggplant acts as a sponge and will soak up all the oil. You use much less oil when you roast it.

Chicken Spaghetti by Brenda

I make this for every family function. It is always requested and seldom are there leftovers.

Plum tomatoes roasted with fresh basil by Nancy Miyasaki

When plum tomatoes are on sale this summer, grab a bagful and make this simple and delicious side dish. It goes great with just about anything you will cook on the grill--steak, lamb, chicken or fish. Or just have it as part of a vegetarian meal. However you serve it, you and your guests will love it!

Sweet ROASTED TOMATO simplicity by Foodessa

I splurged on some cheaply priced Roma TOMATOES and... simply roasted them until they gave me the sweetness I deserve.

Ricotta & Spinach Fritters by Jennifer Bass

Roasted Pepper Halves with Bread Crumbe Topping Peperoni Arrostiti by Catherine Pappas

Adapted from: Lidia’s Italian-American Kitchen. These make a delicious appetizer or side dish. Enjoy and Cook with Love, Catherine

Broccoli-Macaroni Casserole by RecipeKing

Broccoli-Macaroni Casserole-is an easy and quick to assemble recipe for a delicious Italian style side dish. This casserole is loaded with cheese, vegetables and spices. It is also a healthy, low calories, low fat, low cholesterol, low sodium, low carbohydrates, vegetarian, heart-healthy, Weight Watchers PointsPlus friendly recipe.

Four Cheese Italian Macaroni by Jennifer Bass

Portabella Mushrooms with Vino Cotto (Vincotto) by Deena Montillo

These hearty portabella mushrooms are a taste sensation with their savory Italian bread crumb topping and subtle hint of sweetness at the finish.

Pear-Onion Casserole by RecipeKing

Pear-Onion Casserole is an easy, delicious Italian-style gratin side-dish recipe. Main ingredients: red onion, pears and cheese with a crunchy bread crumb topping. Seasoned with pepper, salt and thyme. It takes about 1-1/2 hours to make this delicious dish. It pairs up well with most any type of Poultry and/or pork. A great option for…

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Baked Farro or Pearl Barley with Asparagus by Nancy Miyasaki

We served this recipe with a Moroccan Lamb Shank last night. It was a delicious accompaniment. We had Farro for the first time served by an amazing chef at our cousin's wedding. Then too it was served with Lamb in a rich sauce. There is something about the combination of tender lamb with farro or barley, which are slightly more…

Garden Pesto Pie by charlene sherman

Delicious Garden Pesto Pie will tickle your taste buds !

Parmesan-Coated Sweet Potato Fries by Evelyn Scott

These are oh so delicious, and super kid friendly !! My grandson still calls them "Nonnie's Cool French Fries"