From Fine Cooking Magazine

Gnocchi's plump, pillowy texture and mild, delicate flavor make them perfect for rich, hearty sauces like Pan-Seard Gnocchi with Browned Butter & Sage, Gnocchi with Creamy Gorgonzola Sauce, and Gnocchi with Sausage & Leek Ragu. In general, meat sauces are a fantastic match, but butter and cream-based sauces work well, too. In Italy, gnocchi are usually served after appetizers (antipasti) as a first course (or primo piatto), instead of pasta. And they're followed by a meat and vegetable course (secondo piatto and contorno). When Italians eat gnocchi this way, the portions tend to be on the small side. However, gnocchi can just as easily be served as a main course, preceded or followed by a light green salad. The servings here are for gnocchi served as a main course.

Potato Gnocchi

From Better Homes and Gardens

The original dish was created in 1908 in San Francisco in honor of opera star Luisa Tetrazzini.Once the ingredients are mixed together, including chicken, asparagus, spaghetti, and mushrooms, the all-in-one casserole recipe bakes in just 15 minutes.

Potluck Chicken Tetrazzini

From Better Homes and Gardens

Balsamic vinegar, with its hallmark dark color, syrupy body, and slight sweetness, brings a wonderful out-of-the-ordinary touch to any recipe.

Balsamic Chicken and Vegetables

From Better Homes and Gardens

With chunky vegetables, a small amount of ground lamb, and garlic-flavored tomatoes, this pasta sauce takes on decidedly Mediterranean style.

Mediterranean Mostaccioli

From Better Homes and Gardens

Fresh Pasta Dough for Ravioli

From Better Homes and Gardens

Pasta and Meatballs Meat Loaf

From Fine Cooking Magazine

Chicken Piccata

From Better Homes and Gardens

Ricotta cheese adds an Italian twist to these fried dough dessert bites.

Italian Donuts

From Betty Crocker

Toss a zesty Italian yogurt dressing with tomatoes, zucchini and pasta for a colorful and delicious salad.

Italian Pasta Salad

From Prego Italian Sauce

Rice-studded turkey meatballs simmer to tenderness in Italian sauce.

Porcupine Meatballs

From Better Homes and Gardens

Cannoli are the quintessential Sicilian treat. With sweetened cheese, bittersweet chocolate, zippy orange peel, and rich pistachio nuts, this version brings together many beloved flavors in every bite.

Cannoli

From Better Homes and Gardens

This brained bread recipe blends the spicy-sweet flavor of cardamom with a hint of orange. As a homemade gift, wrap in plastic wrap, tie with a bow, and place it in an attractive bread basket basket. To serve, slice and toast for breakfast or layer with sandwich makings.

Finnish Braids

From Food & Wine

Polenta with Chives

From Better Homes and Gardens

Chilled gazpacho, often referred to as a Spanish "soup-salad," is perfect for hot summer nights. We've added fish to turn it into a low-calorie main dish.

Fish and Vegetable Gazpacho

From Fine Cooking Magazine

Real Chocolate Mousse

From Better Homes and Gardens

Gjetost (YEHT-ohst) is a Norwegian cheese, lightly sweet and caramel color, made from goat and cow milk whey. The color and flavor are attributed to slow cooking until the milk sugar caramelizes. Look for mysost (or primost) cheese if gjetost is unavailable. Serve this salad with a light main dish, such as grilled or broiled fish or chicken.

Sizzling Cheese Salad

From Fine Cooking Magazine

White Pizza

From Better Homes and Gardens

Impress your guests with this delicious holiday dessert. This recipe includes chocolate, cinnamon, cranberry, and ginger. Serve on a footed cake plate for an elegant presentation.

Steamed Pudding

From Better Homes and Gardens

Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce

From Better Homes and Gardens

Creamy Vino Sauce

From Better Homes and Gardens

Coq au Vin Casserole

From Better Homes and Gardens

Tomato-Basil Simmer Sauce

From Better Homes and Gardens

The pasta water is infused with garlic and basil to impart lots of flavor to this pasta.

Fusilli with Garlic Pesto

From Better Homes and Gardens

Roasted Vegetable-Basil Pasta

From Better Homes and Gardens

Creamy Flan