Italian

This no-knead knockout gets its punch from tomatoes in two different ways.

The summer salad stalwart gets a makeover.

A bowl of comfort with ricotta “meatballs,” tiny pasta, and lots of greens.

A handful of pantry staples and fresh calamari pieces make this quick weeknight dinner taste like a sunny, seaside Italian vacation—any time of year.

A crisp, gluten-free snack that pairs well especially well with drinks, these cheesy panisse have the perfect custardy texture and buttery flavor.

Impart the flavors of a smoker into this fully stovetop pasta sauce with a trio of ingredients: smoked bacon, smoked paprika, and spicy chipotles in adobo.

Juicy Sungold tomatoes add a pop of acidity to these saucy noodles and fresh clams. Don’t be shy with the basil—it makes the dish taste like summer in a bowl.

Made with an ounce each of Campari and club soda, plus a good glug of sparkling wine, this Campari Spritz recipe is designed to be refreshing and not too sweet.

Nothing’s cuter (or more delicious) than pairing tiny pastina with bite sized meatballs in an elevated twist on Spaghettios.

A twist on the classic Tuscan soup, this version features blended sautéed kale, which turns the whole bowl a bright, spring-y green.

This Frozen Garibaldi recipe transforms frozen orange juice concentrate and Campari into a slushy cocktail worthy of a fancy summer brunch or hot afternoon by the pool.

This Americano recipe is so simple you’ll quickly memorize it. The classic Italian predinner cocktail combines Campari, sweet vermouth, and seltzer or club soda.

A citrusy, calming riff on classic tiramisu.

With lots of olive oil and parm, this asparagus pasta recipe comes from L.A.’s Evan Funke.

Crisped tinned octopus, briny capers, and a lot of white wine.

A simply sunny pasta thanks to both zest and juice.

Plump white beans create a luscious broth combined with lemon zest, onion, garlic, and celery. A stealthy knob of butter adds just enough richness.

Psyllium husk is the game-changing ingredient that transforms this easy focaccia recipe from “good for gluten-free” to “absolutely amazing.”

Jarred roasted red peppers take the place of traditional canned tomato for a smokier, sweeter riff on fra diavolo—a red sauce stalwart.

Smart shortcuts like store-bought fresh noodles, frozen spinach, and a sheet pan deliver big lasagna flavor in a fraction of the time.