Spaghetti Carbonara: A classic Roman dish made with spaghetti, cured pork (usually pancetta or guanciale), eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, and freshly ground black pepper.
Margherita Pizza: Hailing from Naples, this simple pizza is topped with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, salt, and olive oil. It's a testament to the Italian flag colors and a worldwide favorite.
Osso Buco: A Milanese specialty consisting of braised veal shanks cooked slowly in white wine, broth, and a mix of vegetables. It's often garnished with gremolata and served with risotto alla milanese.
Risotto al Funghi: A creamy, comforting risotto made with arborio rice, a variety of mushrooms, onion, garlic, chicken or vegetable broth, and Parmesan cheese, finished with a touch of butter for extra creaminess.
Lasagna Bolognese: Layers of flat lasagna noodles, rich Bolognese sauce (a slow-cooked meat sauce), béchamel sauce, and Parmesan cheese, baked until bubbly and golden. It's a hearty dish perfect for family dinners.
Caprese Salad: A simple yet delicious salad made with ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, basil leaves, olive oil, and balsamic glaze.
Chicken Parmigiana: Breaded and fried chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, then baked.
Pesto Genovese Pasta: A fragrant and fresh pasta dish made with basil pesto (basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil) tossed with your choice of pasta, often garnished with extra Parmesan and pine nuts.
Seafood Cioppino: An Italian-American fish stew originating in San Francisco, made with a tomato and wine broth and a variety of seafood such as shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and fish
Tiramisu: While not a dinner dish, no Italian dinner is complete without a classic dessert. Tiramisu, made with ladyfingers dipped in coffee, layered with a whipped mixture of eggs, sugar, and mascarpone cheese
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