Grilled Mini Caprese Pizzas by Robyn Medlin

Pizza is not just for ovens anymore. The grill is a great place to do pizza because you get nice grate marks on the dough that adds a nice touch as the grill actually cooks the pizza dough. These mini pizzas are easier to do because it is easier to flip multiple pizza dough disks than it is to do one gigantic piece of dough and…

Ashley's favorite Garlic Bread by steven barile

Smoked Salmon Carpaccio by Frank Fariello

Here's an elegant yet very quick and easy starter that suits just about any menu: a 'carpaccio' of smoked salmon, dressed simply with oil and lemon.

PORT FIGS...dried FIGS bathing in PORTO by Foodessa

Plump up those sun-dried figs into a perfectly spirited culinary concoction. For a detailed post...refer to: http://www.foodessa.com/2010/06/dried-figs-bathing-in-porto.html

Home Made Sun Dried Tomatoes by gypsy696

Spaghetti Carbonara with Roasted Garlic by Don Hogeland

Italian comfort food at its best, with a garlicky twist. See the original post with Italian travel tale at woodfiredkitchen.com. Oh, and if you're using really good olive oil, the kind with a peppery finish, make the recipe the way I do. If not, go ahead and give it a little boost of black pepper before serving. Enjoy!

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Italian Style Nacho Recipe So Simple! by curt iffert

So Easy it only takes 10 to 15 minutes to make!

Pesto Rosso with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Walnuts and Garlic by For the Love of Italian Cooking

This is great with any type of pasta or it can be used a spread. This recipe makes a good amount but lasts for a long time in the fridge, when covered with a thin film of oil.

Garlic Shrimp Bruschetta by Evelyn Scott

Delicious appetizer, great for any occasion

Crisp Calamari by Carmelita

Everyone loves a well made Fritto and this one is really delicious. A chickpea flour batter and careful frying make for a perfect Fritto everytime, you must try this! The second of the Useful Links is my comprehensive list of tips for making a really good non-greasy Italian Fritto.

Italian Tuna Burgers by Dana Salvo

A nice healthy flavorful lunch.

"Barbecue style" langoustines with cumin by Alida

Makes a great starter. A quick recipe and very tasty. Good if you want to impress your guests!

Stuffed Fennel by Dennis Biancuzzo

This recipe came over from Italy. Orignally, it had no measurments or instructions.

Zucchini Parmesan Fritters With Sour Cream by Doctor Jo

Zucchini Parmesan Fritters are a delicious way to use up an over-abundance of zucchini and summer squash. These fritters are crispy on the outside. A dollop of sour cream perfectly compliments them.