5 Classic Italian Dishes

Updated: February 12, 2015
Savor traditional Italian flavors like piping hot marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and loads of garlic in these tried-and-true dinnertime favorites.
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Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Whip up homemade chicken parmesan for an Italian-inspired meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.

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Spaghetti with Pork Bolognese

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Tiffany Vickers
Spaghetti with Pork Bolognese Recipe

A rich bolognese sauce with plenty of meat feels like the old-world Italian dish but fits in the new-world nutrition sense. One online reviewer claims, "I like any spaghetti sauce that sneaks in tons of veggies." Note: A little liquid remaining in your bolognese sauce helps coat the pasta.

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Eggplant Parmesan Lasagna

Eggplant Parmesan Lasagna Recipe
Layers of thin-sliced eggplant replace the meat in this cheesy lasagna recipe. Use the eggplant within a day or two of purchase for the best flavor.
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Toasted Rye Bread Panzanella

Photo: Travis Rathbone
Toasted Rye Bread Panzanella Recipe
A classic meal with origins from Tuscany, this dish is most well-known for being a summer favorite.

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Brown Butter Gnocchi

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr
Brown Butter Gnocchi Recipe

Pair pasta-like potato gnocchi with spinach and Parmesan for a light and flavor-packed dish in minutes.

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