Discover the joy of Italian cooking with our collection of easy-to-make recipes perfect for any night of the week. From classic pasta dishes to tasty
Shrimp Scampi Over Linguine
![Close-up of linguine pasta with shrimp and parsley.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/shrimp-scampi-super-close-up-1024x766.jpg)
This classic Italian dish is both quick and impressive, making it a great choice for a simple meal at home or when entertaining guests. Plus, any leftovers can be repurposed into a delicious shrimp scampi
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30-Minute Creamy Chicken Corn and Pasta
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This creamy chicken corn and pasta recipe is a breeze to prepare and a joy to eat. Bowtie pasta pairs perfectly with seasoned chicken chunks, making it a quick and easy dish that brings authentic Italian flavors to your dinner table.
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Easy Shrimp Scampi
![A blue bowl filled with shrimp and rice, topped with green herbs, with a metal spoon in the bowl.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/shrimp-scampi-with-risotto-super-close-up.jpeg)
Shrimp scampi requires minimal prep time, making it a great choice for busy nights. It allows you to serve a meal that tastes like it came from a restaurant or straight from Italy, perfect for impressing without the effort.
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Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
![A white bowl filled with tri-color rotini pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber chunks, and feta cheese on a red-and-white checkered tablecloth.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/very-close-up-of-pasta-salad-in-white-bowl.jpg)
This cold pasta salad is perfect for hot days when you’re craving something hearty. It’s a simple and quick way to enjoy a satisfying pasta meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta in One Pot
![A close-up of creamy macaroni and cheese garnished with parsley.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/One-Pot-Sausage-And-Red-Pepper-Pasta-closeup-vertical-cropped-horizontal.jpeg)
This sausage and pepper pasta is a hearty one-dish dinner that can be ready in under 30 minutes. The Italian sausage and creamy sauce bring authentic flavors to your table without the long prep time.
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Basic Risotto
![A person scooping risotto from a red-rimmed bowl on a wooden table with a white napkin and scattered herbs.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/bowl-of-risotto-with-hand-eating-parsley-flakes.jpeg)
Risotto, a northern Italian staple made with rice, garlic, onions, and cheese, provides a hearty base for various dishes. Enjoy it as a side dish or pair it with any of the other recipes shared here for a complete meal.
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Copycat Trader Joe’s Arancini Rice Balls
![A person pulling apart a gooey, cheese-filled arancini with more of the fried rice balls and sauce in the background.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/close-up-cheese-pull-arancini.jpg)
Arancini are cheese-filled fried risotto balls, perfect as appetizers or a hearty side for meat or poultry dishes. They are also an excellent way to utilize leftover risotto from a previous meal.
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Easy Pasta Puttanesca
![A close-up of a plate of linguine pasta tossed with tomatoes, garlic, green herbs, and capers.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/pasta-puttanesca-in-pan-shallow-focus-1024x646.jpeg)
Pasta Puttanesca is a classic Italian sauce that makes for an incredibly quick dinner option. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish brings authentic Italian flavors to your table with minimal effort.
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Goat Cheese Pizza Sauce
![A hand holding a slice of freshly baked pizza with cheese stretching between the slice and the rest of the pizza.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/goat-cheese-pizza-sauce-cheesy-pull.jpeg)
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