The Best Italian Recipes

Welcome to my Italian recipes page, where I share some of my most cherished dishes inspired by my family’s Italian heritage, especially Grandpa Frank!

Enjoy classic favorites like Grandpa Frank's Spaghetti Sauce, filled with rich, slow-simmered flavors from his Denver restaurant days. Savor the crispy, sweet nostalgia of Pizzelles, the ultimate holiday treat. For a hearty meal, try the cheesy, comforting goodness of Stuffed Shells or the irresistible, savory layers of Stromboli, and our must-make beginner Focaccia bread!

Each recipe brings authentic Italian flavors to your table, with easy-to-follow steps perfect for family gatherings! Buon Appetito!

The Best Cheesy Garlic Bread Spread (aka Liz Bread)

I know that is a big claim, to be the Best Cheesy Garlic Bread Spread, but with a surprise ingredient and only 4 total ingredients this spread will become your

Easy 30 minute Chicken Parmesan Recipe + Gluten Free and Low Carb Option

Easy Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and hearty 30 minute meal. Lightly breaded chicken breasts, quickly skillet fried, simmered in marinara sauce, topped with

Best Bacon Beef Minestrone Soup

This recipe for hearty Bacon Beef Minestrone soup is delicious, with a little twist on tradition it uses crisp, smokey bacon, savory chunks of sirloin, nutrient

Slow-Roasted Veggie Pasta

Slow-roasted veggie pasta with a garlic, olive oil and butter sauce, drizzled over angel hair pasta and topped with shaved parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts

Simple Italian Wedding Soup

This recipe for Italian Wedding Soup is simple, flavorful, and comes together with just 15 minutes of prep! Often called the Italian version of Chicken Noodle

Tomato Basil Bruschetta

An easy tomato bruschetta loaded fresh basil, toasted garlic, olive oil and balsamic vinegar on top of a crispy crostini schmeared with creamy goat cheese — I