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Italian-inspired Recipes

26 delicious recipes to explore

Garlicky Broccolini
Italian-inspired ⏱ 15 minutes

Garlicky Broccolini

Tender-crisp stalks finished with toasted garlic and Parmesan

Parsley and Toasted Nut Pesto
Italian-inspired ⏱ 15 minutes

Parsley and Toasted Nut Pesto

A robust, earthy alternative to traditional basil pesto

Bruschetta with Grape Tomatoes, Arugula Pesto, and Goat Cheese
Italian-inspired ⏱ 25 minutes

Bruschetta with Grape Tomatoes, Arugula Pesto, and Goat Cheese

Bright tomatoes and peppery arugula pesto over creamy goat cheese

Mushroom and Rosemary Topping
Italian-inspired ⏱ 30 minutes

Mushroom and Rosemary Topping

A savory, earthy finish for creamy polenta or roasted grains

Pasta Salad with Arugula and Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
Italian-inspired ⏱ 30 minutes

Pasta Salad with Arugula and Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette

A vibrant, vegetable-forward pasta salad tossed in a bright sun-dried tomato dressing.

Pasta with Ricotta, Spinach, and Lemon
Italian-inspired ⏱ 30 minutes

Pasta with Ricotta, Spinach, and Lemon

A bright, creamy pasta featuring a two-textured ricotta approach

Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Greens, Beans, and Tomatoes
Italian-inspired ⏱ 30 minutes

Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Greens, Beans, and Tomatoes

A hearty, pantry-friendly pasta featuring wilted spinach and creamy white beans

Sauteed Mushrooms with Marsala and Thyme
Italian-inspired ⏱ 35 minutes

Sauteed Mushrooms with Marsala and Thyme

Earthy, caramelized mushrooms glazed with sweet Marsala wine

Arugula Pesto and Tomato Crostini
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Arugula Pesto and Tomato Crostini

Peppery arugula pesto and salt-cured tomatoes on crisp toasts

Farfalle and Summer Squash with Lemon, Capers, and Goat Cheese
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Farfalle and Summer Squash with Lemon, Capers, and Goat Cheese

A bright, vegetable-forward pasta balanced by briny capers and creamy goat cheese.

Grilled Panzanella with Zucchini and Bell Pepper
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Grilled Panzanella with Zucchini and Bell Pepper

Smoky charred vegetables and crisp grilled bread tossed in a bright lemon-basil vinaigrette.

Panzanella with Olives and Feta
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Panzanella with Olives and Feta

A briny, salt-forward riff on the classic Tuscan bread salad

Pasta with Kale and White Beans
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Pasta with Kale and White Beans

A rustic, creamy pasta using mashed beans as a protein-rich sauce base

Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Parmesan and Basil
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Parmesan and Basil

A light, herb-flecked side dish that turns squash into delicate, pasta-like strands

Tomato and White Bean Crostini
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Tomato and White Bean Crostini

Sun-ripened tomatoes and creamy white bean purée on crisp toasts

Roasted Fennel and Onion Pasta Salad
Italian-inspired ⏱ 50 minutes

Roasted Fennel and Onion Pasta Salad

A bright room-temperature pasta tossed with caramelized vegetables and a lemon-garlic vinaigrette

Campanelle with Roasted Cauliflower, Garlic, and Walnuts
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Campanelle with Roasted Cauliflower, Garlic, and Walnuts

Roasted cauliflower wedges and garlic create a sweet, nutty base for this textured pasta

Farfalle and Summer Squash with Tomatoes, Basil, and Pine Nuts
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Farfalle and Summer Squash with Tomatoes, Basil, and Pine Nuts

A bright, textured pasta dish featuring deeply seared squash and toasted nuts

Farfalle and Summer Squash with Tomatoes, Basil, and Pine Nuts
Italian-inspired ⏱ 45 minutes

Farfalle and Summer Squash with Tomatoes, Basil, and Pine Nuts

A bright, textured summer pasta featuring charred squash and toasted nuts

Campanelle with Roasted Cauliflower, Garlic, and Walnuts
Italian-inspired ⏱ 50 minutes

Campanelle with Roasted Cauliflower, Garlic, and Walnuts

Golden roasted florets and mellow garlic tossed with toasted walnuts and lemon

Mushroom Bolognese
Italian-inspired ⏱ 50 minutes

Mushroom Bolognese

A deeply savory vegetable ragu with a rich, meaty texture

Barley Risotto with Roasted Butternut Squash
Italian-inspired ⏱ 1 hour

Barley Risotto with Roasted Butternut Squash

A hearty, nuttier version of risotto using resilient pearl barley and caramelized squash

Campanelle with Roasted Broccoli, Garlic, and Almonds
Italian-inspired ⏱ 1 hour

Campanelle with Roasted Broccoli, Garlic, and Almonds

Creamy roasted garlic and charred broccoli tossed with nutty Manchego and toasted almonds

Roasted Cauliflower Pasta with Garlic and Walnuts
Italian-inspired ⏱ 1 hour

Roasted Cauliflower Pasta with Garlic and Walnuts

Caramelized cauliflower and a silky roasted garlic emulsion create a deeply savory vegetarian meal.

Baked Polenta Casserole with Mushrooms and Chard
Italian-inspired ⏱ 1 hour 15 minutes

Baked Polenta Casserole with Mushrooms and Chard

A savory layered bake with creamy cornmeal, earthy mushrooms, and melted fontina

Rustic Polenta Casserole with Mushrooms and Swiss Chard
Italian-inspired ⏱ 1 hour 15 minutes

Rustic Polenta Casserole with Mushrooms and Swiss Chard

Creamy Parmesan polenta baked with a savory mushroom, tomato, and Swiss chard ragu