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Pasta al Tonno

Pasta al Tonno is a classically easy dish that is loved by many. It really only requires about three ingredients in total – the pasta, tomato sauce, and the tuna – making it incredibly cheap and easy to prepare! It can be difficult to get your weekly serving of fish but this dish will make it so much easier; the tomato sauce really pairs well with the natural flavor of the tuna without being overwhelming, and the pasta helps to make you feel full! Try out some other varieties too, like Pasta al Tonno e Pomodoro (with tomatoes) or Pasta al Sugo di Tonno (with Sugo, which is a type of tomato sauce with onions and garlic) and see which one you like best.

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Salmon and Zucchini White Lasagna

Fish and Seafood Recipes, Main Course Recipes, Pasta Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / May 4, 2023 / 5 Comments

This white lasagna recipe is incredibly delicious and so unique in flavor! The creaminess from the Besciamella really highlights the flavors of the smoked salmon, and the zucchini adds the perfect bit of crunch. It’s a great way to serve a fish based meal without being overpowered by the taste of fish and is loved by all ages!

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Spaghetti Pasta alla Carbonara

Main Course Recipes, Meat Recipes, Pasta Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / April 30, 2023 / 6 Comments

Spaghetti carbonara pasta or more simply, Carbonara, is one of the most popular first courses in Italian cuisine. Perhaps not everyone knows that the origins of carbonara are quite controversial: according to one of the most credited hypotheses, carbonara was invented by American soldiers on the day of Liberation in 1944. Despite its young age, carbonara is considered a classic of Roman cuisine such as bucatini all’amatriciana or spaghetti cacio e pepe.

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Pasta dish featuring fresh pesto sauce and tofu, a modern and healthier twist on classic Italian cuisine.

Pesto and Tofu Pasta

Healthy Recipes, Pasta Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / April 27, 2023 / 4 Comments

This is more of a modern day Italian recipe due to the tofu, but it is a much healthier alternative to using red meat. It’s simple, quick, and a great go-to for a quick lunch when you’re in a rush! The tofu serves as a source of protein and pairs wonderfully with the aromatic pesto while the pasta helps to fill you up until your next meal. This recipe is so easy that it almost explains itself, but here is a little step-by-step to help guide you along!

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Ragu alla Bolognese

Main Course Recipes, Meat Recipes, Pasta Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / April 27, 2023 / 4 Comments

Ragu is a classic dish in Italy with all kinds of variations – from different meats to different wines – with respect to certain regions! Ragu alla Bolognese specifically comes from the city Bologna and features a white wine meat based sauce, versus a red wine based sauce like Ragu alla Napoletana (from Naples). You may find some recipes that include a cream or milk in their Ragu, however, we choose to omit this due to taste and health factors. The important thing about Ragu is that it is an open ended recipe, meaning you can add and omit things as you like, so try it out a couple times and see which variation you like best!

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Fettuccine Panna with Prosciutto Cotto and Peas

Main Course Recipes, Meat Recipes, Pasta Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / April 27, 2023 / 3 Comments

This pasta dish is incredibly easy to make and packed with delicious flavors! The thin sliced Prosciutto Cotto pairs so nicely in the simple creamy Panna da Cucina sauce and juicy peas. This is actually considered a luxurious dish in parts of Italy, and in Rome it is a highly desired dish of the Pope due to its simplicity and light creamy flavor. Everyone is sure to love this meal!

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Penne Pasta with Salmon and Vodka

Fish and Seafood Recipes, Pasta Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / April 26, 2023 / 4 Comments

Penne pasta with salmon and vodka is one of the tastiest ways to revisit a great classic of the 1970s cuisine. In fact, the vodka pennette became popular in kitchens around the world thanks to their exotic flavor and fast preparation times. This dish is an appetizing choice to bring to the table and a very simple and tasty first course, especially for salmon lovers who like to take advantage of this versatile ingredient!

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Classic Meatballs and Pasta

Main Course Recipes, Meat Recipes, Pasta Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / April 25, 2023 / 5 Comments

The most important thing about this recipe is to let it cook long enough to get that rich, slow cooked flavor. Everything in the recipe card below is laid out step by step, but there is a little variation in the cook time. The longer you cook the pasta and meatballs, the better the dish tastes, so just be sure you leave that good hour or two for simmering – it will make a world of difference!

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Pesto alla Genovese

Healthy Recipes, Main Course Recipes, Pasta Recipes, Side Dish Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / March 30, 2023 / 5 Comments

We all know and love this aromatic and silky green sauce! Pesto alla Genovese originated in Genoa during the 16th century and has been a popular go-to for Italians since then. While its main use is to be paired with pasta, you can also use this pesto for dips and spread!

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Pasta all’Amatriciana

Main Course Recipes, Meat Recipes, Pasta Recipes / By Authentic Italian Recipes / February 18, 2023 / 5 Comments

This dish is not only an Italian classic but it’s also super simple and quick to make! Whip up this Amatriciana sauce after a long day of work and enjoy the delicious flavors of the guanciale mixed with the aromatic tomato sauce. Don’t forget to top it with a layer of creamy Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of silky olive oil for the final touch!

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