12 Italian Main Courses So Delicious, You’ll Feel Like You’re in Italy
Transport your taste buds straight to Italy with these 12 mouthwatering Italian main courses! From rich, savory pastas to hearty classics like lasagna and risotto, each dish is packed with authentic flavors that will make you feel like you’re dining in the heart of Italy. Perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion, these recipes will bring a taste of Italy to your table!
Cacio e Pepe
A classic Roman dish, Bucatani Cacio e Pepe is a cheesy pasta covered in creamy sauce that you’ll want to make again and again!
Brown Butter Gnocchi with Sage and Walnuts
This brown butter gnocchi with sage and walnuts is the perfect 30 minute dinner! It comes together quickly, and the browned butter adds a depth and richness to the dish. Top it with some parmesan and mwah…. perfection.
Italian Ravioli Recipe
Homemade Ravioli takes patience and technique, but the results are worth bringing the whole family together. Follow this recipe for perfectly delicious ravioli every time.
Soft Meatballs Recipe
Meatballs are a classic Italian-American dish that are simple to make and a definite crowd pleaser. This recipe is a favorite in my family, takes only 10 minutes to prep, and is so flavorful. You’ll want to make this again and again!
Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca
These incredibly delicious Spaghetti alla Puttanesca originate from Napels, Italy and as the name implies the name puttanesca translates to “spaghetti in the style of a prostitute.” The exact origin is unknown but what is known for sure are the ingredients a puttanesca must have: anchovies, capers, tomatoes, onions and olives – basically the delicious ingredients from that region. Some (us as well) add chili too, just to spice it up a bit. This easy pasta is made in 15 minutes so it’s perfect for a quick midweek lunch/dinner or even as a starter. Best way to serve it is with spaghetti. Quick, easy, affordable and darn delicious.
Clam Pasta (Spaghetti Alle Vongole)
Clam pasta is a dish that you’ll find on many restaurant menus in many coastal Italian seaside towns. It’s definitely very prominent in my mom’s hometown of Sperlonga, and for good reason. The flavors are so simple, and the flavor of the clams aren’t masked by any other flavors, due to the simplicity of the supporting ingredients.
Pumpkin Ravioli Recipe
The sweetness of pumpkin, the nuttiness of amaretti cookies and the spiciness of nutmeg make this delicious pumpkin filled ravioli recipe one of the most interesting you can find in Northern Italy. While the people from Milan are known for their prowess in business more than their prowess in the kitchen, pumpkin ravioli might just be the dish that destroys that tired stereotype and brings you a new appreciation of cuisine from Northern Italy.
Homemade Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Homemade Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce, made with pasta dough from scratch and roasted garlic and butternut, tastes like heaven.
Crab Ravioli with Saffron Sauce
Crab ravioli stuffed with delicious & delicate white meat & ricotta cheese served with a simple butter, white wine, saffron & dill sauce.
Sicilian Style Spaghetti
Cauliflower and pasta gets jazzed up with anchovies, raisins, and pine nuts in this Sicilian Style Spaghetti 
Four Cheese Ravioli
Flavorful Italian cheeses perfectly wrapped in homemade pasta dough is pure comfort food. This might not be one of those quick weeknight recipes, but it certainly worth it and is better than any ravioli you’ll get in a restaurant!
The Best Classic Lasagna Recipe
Nothing says love like a big pan of layered cheese, pasta, meat, and sauce. This Classic Lasagna recipe is always a crowd pleaser made with 4 simple layers, and comes together in just minutes with an easy hack. The oven does the rest for you! This classic meat lasagna recipe is a traditional Italian one and sure to become a family favorite in no time!
