Scrumptious Shrimp Scampi Linguine

  4.6 – 95 reviews  • Italian When purchasing pumpkins for the kids, this delicious family tradition got its start. Each child received one to create their own jack-o-lantern. Mama has one who can cook! Usually, this treat is enjoyed by friends and family. Adjust it to suit your family’s needs as I do. Confectioners sugar or … Read more

Italian Rice Pie II

  4.4 – 19 reviews  • Italian Many Italian families have a history of serving this sweet rice pie as dessert on Easter. But I make this version more frequently than that since it’s so excellent. Prep Time: 50 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins Servings: 16 Yield: 2 to … Read more

Crostoli Pastries

  4.3 – 3 reviews  • Italian In Italy, ‘Carnevale’ or ‘Carnival’ is largely centered around crostoli; these delicate, airy fried pastries are also a popular holiday treat among Italian-Americans. My great-grandmother, who immigrated to the United States from the Veneto region of Italy, passed down the recipe for this beloved family dish. Prep Time: 40 mins … Read more

Zucchini and Shells

  4.2 – 20 reviews  • Italian a favorite among the family for using those lovely summer zucchini! Very easy to make dish that tastes fantastic with garlic bread! Excellent for vegetarians as well. Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Ingredients ¼ cup olive … Read more

Chombolini (Italian Anise Cake)

  5.0 – 0 reviews  • Italian This shot, which resembles a chocolate mint treat, combines Irish cream, coffee, and crème de menthe. Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Additional Time: 35 mins Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins Servings: 12 Yield: 12 servings Ingredients 1 teaspoon shortening 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons … Read more

Gnocchi with Cherry Tomato Sauce

  4.3 – 23 reviews  • Italian Since it isn’t green, my kids adore it. The blueberries are sufficient as a sweetener. Very tasty and wholesome! When using frozen blueberries, the consistency is ideal; when using fresh blueberries, you might wish to add ice. Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: … Read more

Galliano

  4.8 – 3 reviews  • Italian This recipe, which is an old standby, calls for vodka and incorporates anise, peppermint, and ginger flavors. Prep Time: 15 mins Additional Time: 10 days Total Time: 10 days 15 mins Servings: 24 Yield: 6 cups Ingredients 8 whole cloves 1 teaspoon chopped crystallized ginger 4 cups white sugar 12 … Read more

Real Neapolitan Cookies

In an Italian bakery, you would pay a fortune for cookies like these. Instead of almond extract, they use almond filling. With a chocolate topping, a really rich, cake-like cookie. This dish was created by my mother. Place in the fridge to store. Prep Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 11 mins Additional Time: 8 hrs … Read more

Chocolate Gelato

  4.5 – 4 reviews  • Italian Use the nicest ingredients you can find for this intensely chocolaty Italian ice cream, or gelato; they make all the difference. For it, I use 70% chocolate. Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Additional Time: 9 hrs 20 mins Total Time: 9 hrs 50 mins Servings: 8 Yield: … Read more