Italian Inspired Recipes

Do you love Italian food? Because I sure do! Here you will find pages upon pages of the most irresistible Italian-inspired recipes. With plenty of recipes that cater to all sorts of dietary restrictions, you’re sure to find some that are perfect for the whole family.

These magnificent recipes range from zucchini rollatini to the classic penne alla vodka. Whether it’s traditional or creative, all of these recipes are rich with your favorite Italian flavors.

These crowd-pleasing recipes are easy to make, healthy, and absolutely delicious. Find your new favorite homemade Italian recipe that will never get old.

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This easy salad has all my favorite things in one – arugula, Proscuitto, shaved Parmesan and a runny egg! When you pop that egg yolk, the salad is bathed in that warm eggy goodness, salad nirvana in every bite! If you are not a fan of runny eggs, hard boiled eggs would taste just fine too!
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Arugula Salad with Crispy Proscuitto, Parmesan and Fried Eggs

This Giant Turkey Meatball isn't your regular meatball, is HUGE, baked in the oven similar to how you would make a meatloaf, then topped with marinara and melted cheese – I'm OBSESSED!
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Giant Turkey Meatball Parmesan

1 hr
I gave one of my favorite veggies – roasted broccoli – the parmesan treatment (topped with with marinara and melted mozzarella)! If it works for eggplant, why not broccoli!
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Roasted Broccoli Parmesan

35 mins
Make meat sauce AND Spaghetti Squash at the same time with this delicious one-pot meal ready in under thirty minutes (if using a pressure cooker)!
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One-Pot Spaghetti Squash and Meat Sauce (Pressure Cooker and Slow Cooker)

30 mins
Broccoli rabe and spicy sausage are one of my favorite pasta dishes; this spiralized parsnip version replaces pasta for a hefty serving of veggies that won't disappoint!
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Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Parsnip Spiralized Pasta

20 mins
I've been taking advantage of the tomatoes and basil overflowing from my garden with these simple French bread pizzas. Only 5 ingredients, less than 10 minutes to make! Have them for lunch or dinner paired with a side salad.
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French Bread Pizza Caprese

10 mins
All the deliciousness of stuffed mushrooms without all the work! An easy side dish you can serve any night of the week!
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Dina’s Lazy Un-Stuffed Mushrooms

30 mins
These low-carb Veggie Lasagna Zucchini Boats are basically hollowed out zucchinis stuffed with a veggie lasagna filling and baked in the oven with marinara sauce and melted cheese – SO GOOD!
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Veggie Lasagna Zucchini Boats

1 hr
Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables seasoned with sage, rosemary and balsamic vinegar, then baked in the oven. A delicious healthy meal-in-one!
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Balsamic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables

30 mins
Hot baked mozzarella sticks – I can't think of a more popular finger food for both kids and adults alike. My oldest daughter Karina LOVES them and these never disappoint! Made lighter with part-skim mozzarella then coated with crispy seasoned breadcrumbs and baked (not fried!) until hot and golden. Serve them with my quick marinara sauce and you have yourself an appetizer everyone will love!
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Baked Mozzarella Sticks

1 hr 25 mins
Beef, Tomato and Acini di Pepe Soup
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Beef, Tomato and Acini di Pepe Soup (Instant Pot, SC + Stove)

50 mins
This Sicilian Rice Ball Casserole takes one of my favorite appetizers (arancini) and turns it into a weeknight meal. Freezes well for make ahead meals and it's also great for potlucks.
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Sicilian Rice Ball Casserole (Arancini)

1 hr 20 mins
Eggs Pizzaiola
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Eggs Pizzaiola

25 mins
Veggie Lasagna Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, stuffed with spinach, bell peppers, cheese and marinara sauce – a delicious meatless meal that's low-carb and pretty genius!
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Veggie Lasagna Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

45 mins
Brussels Sprouts Carbonara – This dish combines a few of my favorite things, caramelized shredded brussels sprouts, pasta and pancetta in a delicious, creamy sauce that takes about 15 minutes to make.
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Brussels Sprouts Carbonara

25 mins
These meatless meatballs were a HUGE hit in my house, I even let my neighbors and friends try and everyone loved them! Made with grated zucchini, garlic, Pecorino Romano, basil, bread crumbs and egg, then baked in the oven and finished in a pomodoro sauce.
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Zucchini “Meatballs”

45 mins
Eggplant Meatballs
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Eggplant Meatballs

50 mins
These easy Grilled Pesto Shrimp Skewers are made with homemade basil pesto, you'll want to make them all summer long!
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Grilled Pesto Shrimp Skewers

30 mins
Baked Shrimp Parmesan over Zucchini Noodles – an easy, light and delicious shrimp dish made in under 30 minutes!
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Shrimp Zoodles Parmesan for Two

30 mins
Super easy two tomato bruschetta made with roma and sun dried tomatoes, basil and feta cheese over toasted whole wheat bread.
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Two Tomato Bruschetta

20 mins