Compliments to the chef: 13 Italian dishes you’ll crave

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Welcome to a culinary voyage through the enchanting world of Italian cuisine! From tortellini to caprese salad to pesto, this collection of Italian dishes has something everyone will love.

closeup of lobster ravioli on a silver fork.
Lobster Ravioli Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Hearty Marinara Sauce

A closeup of hearty marinara sauce in a wooden spoon over a pot of finished marinara sauce.
Hearty Marinara Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This recipe will teach you to make authentic, delicious marinara sauce at home! With crushed tomatoes, rich olive oil, and fresh Italian herbs, this will become a household staple.
Get the Recipe: Hearty Marinara Sauce

Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

burrata salad with balsamic glaze including spring mix, basil leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil.
Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Do you love caprese salads? This one improves on the classic caprese with rich, creamy burrata cheese and sweet balsamic drizzle.
Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Aglio Olio e Peperoncino

pasta aglio olio e peperoncino is mixed with a black pasta fork.
Aglio Olio e Peperoncino. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This garlicky pasta is extremely flavorful and so easy to make! With rich olive oil, savory garlic, and a hint of heat, this will become a new favorite.
Get the Recipe: Aglio Olio e Peperoncino

Almond Pesto

almond pesto in a white bowl surrounded by almonds and basil leaves.
Almond Pesto. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Fresh pesto is so easy to make. With vibrant basil, olive oil, salty parmesan cheese, and, in a twist on the classic, almonds, this recipe is ready in under 5 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Almond Pesto

Calabrian Potatoes

Calabrian potatoes on a white plate.

Calabrian Potaotes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

The subtle heat, bright citrus, fresh garlic, and aromatic rosemary in these Calabrian Potatoes liven up a basic, creamy potato in a way that hits all the flavor checkboxes.
Get the Recipe: Calabrian Potatoes

Instant Pot Tortellini Soup

a bowl of instant pot tortellini soup on a wooden cutting board.
Instant Pot Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This tortellini soup has rich sausage, fresh spinach, rosemary, and creamy tortellini! It’s a dish the whole family is going to love.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Tortellini Soup

Italian Chicken Cutlets

Italian Chicken Cutlets with lemon slices on black plate with fork
Italian Chicken Cutlets. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These Italian chicken cutlets are always a hit. With a crispy breading and juicy chicken inside, they’re easy and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Italian Chicken Cutlets

Arugula Caprese Salad

Arugula caprese salad on a white plate next to two forks, a white linen, and a small glass pitcher of balsamic glaze.
Arugula Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This caprese salad has all of your favorite flavors – fresh tomatoes, vibrant basil, and creamy mozzarella with some added arugula for a bright, fresh, peppery note!
Get the Recipe: Arugula Caprese Salad

Lobster Ravioli Sauce

closeup of lobster ravioli on a silver fork.
Lobster Ravioli Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This sauce is so easy to make. It has butter, white wine, and sage, and is the perfect complement to a seafood ravioli of your choice!
Get the Recipe: Lobster Ravioli Sauce

Penne al Baffo

a dish of penne al baffo topped with parsley.
Penne al Baffo. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Penne al Baffo comes from the phrase “so good you’ll lick your whiskers.” And it is! With a bright, fresh tomato cream sauce and savory pancetta, this is a flavor-packed favorite!
Get the Recipe: Penne al Baffo

Penne al Salmone

A closeup of penne pasta with burst cherry tomatoes, flaked salmon, and parsley on a white plate.
Penne al Salmone. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Penne al Salmone is a fresh, light, summer dish with sweet burst cherry tomatoes, savory salmon, and fresh herbs! It’s easy, quick, and perfect for any night of the week.
Get the Recipe: Penne al Salmone

Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is twirled on a black plate on a white marble counter.
Spaghetti Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This spicy classic has a bold tomato sauce that’s flavored with a hint of chili pepper. It’s amazingly flavorful and easy to make at home!
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce

Close-up shot of spaghetti with tomato and mascarpone sauce topped with parsley on a black plate.
Tomato Mascarpone Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Who doesn’t love a tomato cream sauce? This tomato mascarpone sauce swaps the traditional cream for rich, tangy mascparone cheese for a beautifully balanced pasta sauce.
Get the Recipe: Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce

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