Braised Lentils with Spinach (Lenticchie Brasate) by Catherine Pappas

Adapted from: Lidia’s Italian-American Kitchen by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich. This is delicious side dish or a main course if served over noodles or rice. Enjoy and Cook with Love, Catherine

Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Portobellos by Jennifer Bass

Tuscan White Bean Spread by Phyllis Smith

So good, so easy, so adaptable ... Make it the way YOU like it.

Ledson Family Hearty Lasagna by pescador

Fantastic lasagna from a homemade winery recipe

Coffee Biscuits by Tania Mattiello

Nice coffee biscuits ideal for breakfast or as snack for a break.

Brushetta by Monkey

Amazing Starter!

Italian chocolate spice cookies by therese morr

Melissa's Bolognese Sauce by melissa

Spectacular Summertime Fresh Roasted Marinara Sauce by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

This is one of the most delicious tomato sauces we’ve ever tasted. You’ll want to make this sauce using summertime tomatoes. They really taste their best this time of year. If possible, buy them at your local Farmer’s Market or look for locally grown tomatoes at your supermarket. You can also use whole cherry tomatoes or “gourmet”…

Fast Polenta by william ruiz

Giada's White Bean Dip/Spread by Phyllis Smith

She calls this a sort of Italian version of hummus. It's excellent for dipping with pita bread or spreading on crostini.

Italian Bread Dipping Sauce by Veggie Librarian

This is a favorite when we have Italian food at home. You may adjust the ingredient amounts to suit your own taste. Serve it with a nice artisan bread.

Zucchini Crusted Pizza SP7 by Wendy Saxena-Smith

The crust is made of zucchini, a healthy, low-carb substitute for traditional pizza dough! Don’t worry if you don’t have access to Pecorino. Just replace it with Parmesan. And for the final touch, don’t forget to drizzle your pizza with extra virgin olive oil once it has finished cooking.

Italian Meatballs by Kimi

Delicate, moist and delicious.

Broccoli Rabe, Sun Dried Tomato, Cannelloni Beans & Noodles by Catherine Pappas

This is a simple and delicious meal. Enjoy and Always Cook with Love, Catherine