italian Recipes
95 delicious italian recipes from around the world
Ossobuco
Milanese braised veal shanks in white wine and tomatoes, crowned with bright gremolata. The marrow is the prize.
Ossobuco alla Milanese
Milanese braised veal shank - slow-cooked with vegetables, white wine, gremolata.
Pandoro
A traditional Veronese Christmas cake, this tall, star-shaped, buttery sweet bread is a festive delight, known for its rich flavor and airy crumb.
Panettone
A traditional Milanese Christmas bread, characterized by its tall, domed shape and rich, airy crumb studded with candied citrus peel and raisins. This is a challenging but rewarding bake.
Panna Cotta
Piedmontese cooked cream - silky set cream with vanilla, served with berries.
Panzanella (Tuscan Bread Salad)
A vibrant and rustic Tuscan bread salad, perfect for using up stale bread. Ripe tomatoes, crisp vegetables, fragrant basil, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette come together for a refreshing and satisfying dish.
Panzerotti Pugliesi (Fried Calzones)
Authentic Pugliese panzerotti are delightful, small, fried calzones filled with a simple yet flavorful mixture of tomato and mozzarella. They are a popular street food, perfect for a snack or appetizer.
Pasta al Pomodoro
A classic Italian pasta dish showcasing the pure, vibrant flavor of ripe tomatoes, enhanced by fragrant basil and rich olive oil. This recipe is deceptively simple, relying on the quality of its ingredients.
Pasta alla Gricia
A classic Roman pasta dish, often considered the ancestor of both Carbonara and Amatriciana. It features crispy guanciale, Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper, creating a rich and savory sauce without the addition of eggs or tomatoes.
Pasta alla Norma
A classic Sicilian pasta dish featuring tender fried eggplant, a rich tomato and basil sauce, and salty ricotta salata. This recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors.
Pasta e Fagioli
Pasta and beans - hearty peasant soup that's better the next day.
Pastiera Napoletana
A traditional Neapolitan Easter cake, this rich and fragrant tart features a sweet shortcrust pastry filled with a creamy mixture of cooked wheat berries, ricotta cheese, candied citrus peel, and the distinctive aroma of orange blossom water.
Peperonata
A classic Italian sweet pepper stew, where colorful bell peppers are slowly simmered with sweet onions and ripe tomatoes until tender and flavorful. This versatile dish can be served as a side, a topping, or even a light main course.
Pesce all'Acqua Pazza
Fish in crazy water - poached fish in tomato, garlic, and white wine.
Pesto alla Genovese
Ligurian basil pesto - fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, and two cheeses.
Pesto Trapanese
A vibrant and rustic Sicilian pesto, traditionally made without cheese or pine nuts. This version features the bright flavors of fresh tomatoes, the rich nuttiness of almonds, aromatic basil, and pungent garlic, all bound together with good quality extra virgin olive oil.
Piadina Romagnola
A traditional Romagnola flatbread, this thin Italian wrap is typically filled with savory prosciutto, creamy squacquerone cheese, and fresh arugula. It's a simple yet delicious dish perfect for a quick meal or snack.
Piccata di Pollo
Italian chicken piccata - pan-fried cutlets with lemon, capers, butter sauce.
Pizza Napoletana
Neapolitan pizza - thin, charred crust with San Marzano tomatoes and mozzarella.
Polenta
Northern Italian cornmeal - creamy or set, topped with ragù or cheese.
Pollo alla Cacciatora
Hunter's style chicken - braised with tomatoes, herbs, olives, and wine.
Prosciutto e Melone
Prosciutto with melon - sweet cantaloupe with salty cured ham. Summer starter.
Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci
Spinach and ricotta ravioli - classic filled pasta with butter and sage.
Ribollita
Tuscan bread soup - yesterday's minestrone reboiled with stale bread until thick and hearty. Peasant food elevated to art.