Italian Archives - Jo Cooks https://www.jocooks.com/category/cuisine/italian/ Simple - Easy - Comfort Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:20:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.jocooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Italian Archives - Jo Cooks https://www.jocooks.com/category/cuisine/italian/ 32 32 Almond Biscotti https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/almond-biscotti/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/almond-biscotti/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:20:51 +0000 https://www.jocooks.com/?p=88503 almond biscotti with a cup of coffee on a cutting board.These Almond Biscotti have become a staple in my house since my husband decided to channel his inner baker a couple of months ago. Now, every weekend is biscotti weekend, filled with the delightful crunch of toasted almonds and the zesty kick of lemon. I couldn’t keep this delicious tradition to ourselves, so I’m excited…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/almond-biscotti/feed/ 2 Lemon Orzo with Asparagus https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/lemon-orzo-with-asparagus/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/lemon-orzo-with-asparagus/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:30:19 +0000 http://www.jocooks.com/?p=10927 lemon orzo and asparagus in a white bowl garnished with lemon slices.Here’s a bright and cheerful Lemon Orzo with Asparagus that feels just fancy enough to impress your guests, yet easy enough for a quiet dinner at home. Perfect as a side or a starter. This Lemon Orzo with Asparagus is an easy and healthy dish that I just simply love, it’s so fresh and delicious.…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/lemon-orzo-with-asparagus/feed/ 86 Chicken Valdostana https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/chicken-valdostana/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/chicken-valdostana/#comments Sun, 20 Oct 2024 20:48:50 +0000 https://www.jocooks.com/?p=86146 Golden chicken breasts topped with melted cheese, prosciutto, and sautéed mushrooms, served in a flavorful sauce and garnished with herbs.This Chicken Valdostana brings a taste of Northern Italy straight to your kitchen. Picture tender chicken topped with savory prosciutto and melted Fontina cheese, all nestled in a luscious white wine sauce. There’s nothing quite like turning everyday ingredients into a dish that feels like a special occasion. Imagine the sizzle of chicken in the…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/chicken-valdostana/feed/ 6 Ricotta Meatballs https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/ricotta-meatballs/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/ricotta-meatballs/#comments Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:02:17 +0000 https://www.jocooks.com/?p=86351 ricotta meatballs with marinara sauce and dollops of ricotta cheese in a white bowl.These aren’t your grandmother’s meatballs (though she’d approve); they’re tender, flavorful, and just a little bit indulgent. Trust me, once you try these Ricotta Meatballs, you’ll see how they take a classic comfort dish to a whole new level. Picture this: it’s a cozy evening, and the aroma of garlic and herbs fills your kitchen.…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/ricotta-meatballs/feed/ 6 Pasta e Fagioli https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/pasta-e-fagioli/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/pasta-e-fagioli/#comments Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:33:37 +0000 https://www.jocooks.com/?p=86336 Top-down view of a hearty pot of pasta e fagioli soup, filled with beans, vegetables, pasta, and rich broth.Pasta e Fagioli is a timeless Italian soup that combines humble ingredients like beans, pasta, and veggies into something truly special. It’s the kind of recipe that warms you from the inside out. Why You’ll Love This Pasta e Fagioli There’s something about a hearty bowl of soup that feels like a warm embrace, isn’t…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/pasta-e-fagioli/feed/ 10 Pasta alla Norma https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/pasta-alla-norma/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/pasta-alla-norma/#comments Sun, 29 Sep 2024 20:32:19 +0000 https://www.jocooks.com/?p=86152 A skillet of Pasta alla Norma featuring rigatoni in a rich tomato sauce with tender eggplant chunks, garnished with fresh basil.Pasta alla Norma is a classic Italian dish that combines eggplant, tomato sauce, and your favorite pasta to create a meal that’s delicious and comforting. It’s a vegetarian meal that’s so flavorful, it could give any meat dish a run for its money. Why You’ll Love This Pasta Alla Norma Have you ever tasted a…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/pasta-alla-norma/feed/ 2 Baked Ziti https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/baked-ziti/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/baked-ziti/#comments Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:09:29 +0000 https://www.jocooks.com/?p=17960 a big bowl of baked ziti garnished with basil and a couple slices of toasted bread.Let’s be honest, sometimes we all need a little comfort that’s straight from the oven. This Baked Ziti brings together al dente noodles, savory meat sauce, and a trifecta of cheeses into a meal that’s both effortless and indulgent. So go ahead, make dinner the highlight of your day. Why You’ll Love This Baked Ziti…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/baked-ziti/feed/ 2 Zuppa Toscana https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/zuppa-toscana/?adt_ei=*|EMAIL|* https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/zuppa-toscana/#comments Sun, 15 Sep 2024 19:46:50 +0000 https://www.jocooks.com/?p=85637 A large pot of creamy Zuppa Toscana soup filled with Italian sausage, kale, and potatoes. A ladle is scooping up a hearty portion, showing the rich broth, tender potatoes, and wilted kale.This Zuppa Toscana is the ultimate comfort food! Creamy, hearty, and loaded with Italian sausage, potatoes, and kale, it’s one of those soups that warms you up from the inside out. This is one of those soups that sounds fancy but is actually super simple to make. Zuppa Toscana is packed with Italian sausage, potatoes,…]]> https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/zuppa-toscana/feed/ 6