Tag: Italian dinners

Kale and Basil Pesto Pizza

Kale and Basil Pesto Pizza

Kale and Basil Pesto Pizza is one of our favorite pizza dinners. I start these pizzas by making an easy bread machine dough. But I’ve also attached my hand-kneaded dough to this post. Then, I top the pizzas with my homemade Kale and Basil Pesto, 

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan

Three Cheese Chicken Parmesan is one of our favorite winter dinners. I start this chicken dinner by making a marinara sauce, flavored with onion, garlic, and cubanelle peppers. Then, I bread and fry boneless chicken breasts until they’re golden brown and crispy. Next, I top 

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce is one of our favorite seafood dinners. I start this lobster dish by making a fresh tomato puttanesca sauce. Then, I add cooked lobster and heat it until it’s just warmed through. Finally, I toss the lobster and sauce with linguini, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. I made this pasta for Christmas Eve dinner, and everyone loved it. We like this dish for several reasons. First of all, I like that I can make this pasta puttanesca in less than an hour. Secondly, I like that this dish is easy enough for every day, but fancy enough to serve to company. And, lastly, we all love the sweet lobster, the zesty sauce, and the al dente linguini.

The Equipment I Used

  • A Large Pot- Use a large pot to cook the linguini.
  • A Dutch Oven- I like to make the sauce in an enameled cast-iron Dutch oven. But you can use any pot that you like.

The Ingredients Needed for Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce

  • Linguini- I always use Barilla linguini.
  • Tomatoes- Use ripe plum tomatoes. I like to buy the tomatoes and let them ripen on my counter for a few days.
  • Lobster- To save time, I used already cooked and shelled lobster.
  • Chicken Stock- I always use my homemade chicken stock. The recipe is posted below.
  • Kalamata Olives- Check your olives to make sure the pits have been removed.
  • Anchovies and Capers- Use the best quality anchovies and capers that you can find.
  • Olive Oil- Use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil.

How I Made my Lobster Pasta

  • First, I boiled the tomatoes to remove the skins. Take care to not overcook them.
  • Then, I made the fresh tomato puttanesca sauce. Simmer the sauce gently so that it doesn’t burn.
  • Next, I added the lobster to the sauce and cooked it until the lobster was just heated through.
  • Finally, I tossed the sauce with the linguini until everything was mixed together.

If you like lobster, you need to try this luxe and delicious Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce.

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce
Lobster Pasta

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce

Linguini with Lobster and Puttanesca Sauce made with fresh plum tomatoes. It's filled with kalamata olives, anchovies, capers, lobster and herbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Fresh Tomato Puttanesca Sauce:

  • 6 plum tomatoes, with the stems cut out
  • 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. garlic, minced
  • 1 cup onion, minced
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1 tbsp. capers, drained
  • 4 anchovies, rinsed and chopped
  • ¼ tsp. each dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ pound cooked, shelled, and chopped lobster
  • 2 tbsp. fresh basil, sliced

To Assemble the Dish:

  • 12 ounces linguini
  • fresh basil for garnishing
  • Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions
 

  • In a three- quart saucepan, half filled with boiling water, simmer the tomatoes for three minutes, or until their peels loosen. Drain and peel the tomatoes and chop them in half inch pieces.
  • In a Dutch oven on low heat, melt the butter and oil and cook the onion and garlic until they're soft. Add the tomatoes and the rest of the sauce ingredients, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring frequently. While the sauce simmers cook the linguini according to the package directions in well-salted water. Add the lobster to the sauce and simmer gently until the lobster is just cooked through. Remove the bay leaf from the sauce and toss the sauce with the drained spaghetti. Top with the fresh basil and the cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
Keyword seafood
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
Lobster Linguini Fra Diavolo

Lobster Linguini Fra Diavolo

Lobster Linguini Fra Diavolo is one of our favorite seafood dinners. I start this pasta dish by making a spicy Fra diavolo tomato sauce. Then, I stir in lots of cooked lobster and al dente linguini. Finally, I top it all off with fresh basil 

Eggplant Rollatini with Vodka Sauce

Eggplant Rollatini with Vodka Sauce

Eggplant Rollatini with Vodka Sauce is one of our favorite cold weather dinners. I start this dish by frying crispy breaded eggplant. Then, I roll the eggplant mixture around garlic-infused ricotta cheese. Finally, I cover each little eggplant roll in vodka sauce and bake it. 

Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini

Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini

Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini is one of our favorite seafood dinners. I start this lobster dinner by boiling some linguini. Then, I warmed the precooked lobster in a spicy garlic butter sauce. Finally, I tossed everything together with lots of Parmesan cheese. We like this lobster dinner for several reasons. First of all, I like that I can make this whole dish in just about twenty minutes. Secondly, I like that this linguini dish can be made ahead of time. It reheats great in the microwave oven. And, lastly, we all love the sweet lobster and the garlicky linguini.

The Equipment I Used

  • A Large Pot- Use a big pot to boil the linguini.
  • A Large Skillet- Use a large skillet to cook the lobster.

The Ingredients Needed for Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini

  • Linguini- I always use Barilla linguini.
  • Salt- I like to use Diamond kosher salt to salt my pasta water. If you use a different brand, use less
  • Butter- Use unsalted butter. I always like to use Kerry Gold Irish butter.
  • Garlic- I like to buy the peeled cloves and store them in my freezer.
  • Lobster Meat- To save time, I like to buy the lobster that’s already shelled. If you buy whole lobsters probably two lobsters is enough.
  • Oil- Use extra virgin olive oil. I like the California Olive Ranch brand.

How I made my Lobster Linguini

  • First, I cooked the linguini. I made sure to salt my water well. Be sure to not overcook your linguini.
  • Then, I cooked the garlic in the butter. And, I added the lobster and cooked it just until it was warmed through.
  • Next, I mixed together the rest of the butter and the spices.
  • Finally, I mixed everything together in a large bowl.

If you like lobster, you need to try this Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini.

Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini
Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini
Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini

Buttery Lobster and Parmesan Linguini

Linguini tossed with lobster, butter, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 quarts water
  • 12 ounces linguini
  • 7 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened and cut in seven tablespoon pieces
  • 2 tbsp. minced garlic
  • ½ pound cooked lobster meat, cut in half inch pieces
  • 5 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Bring the water to a boil in a large pot. When it reaches a boil add 9 teaspoons of the salt and the linguini. Cook the linguini until it is just al dente. The time for this should be on the pasta box.
  • While the linguini cooks, heat a large skillet over low heat with two tablespoons of butter. Add the garlic and lobster and cook until the lobster is just warmed through.
  • While the pasta and lobster cooks: In a large bowl, stir together the butter, oil, garlic powder, red pepper flakes and the last half teaspoon of the salt.
  • Add one tablespoon of the pasta water to the bowl and stir until combined. Drain the pasta well and add it to the bowl along with the lobster and cheese. Toss everything together until the pasta is completely coated in the butter mixture. Serve right away.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal
Keyword Lobster, pasta, seafood
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza Lasagna

Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza Lasagna

Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza Lasagna is one of our favorite fall dinners. I start this lasagna by making a homemade marinara sauce. Then, I layer the sauce with lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Finally, I top the lasagna with mushrooms, pepperoni, and peppers. 

Burrata Topped Pasta Amatriciana

Burrata Topped Pasta Amatriciana

Burrata Topped Pasta Amatriciana is one our favorite fall dinners. I start this pasta dish by making a fresh tomato sauce filled with pancetta. Then, I mix the sauce with linguini and top it with creamy burrata cheese. We like this dish for several reasons. 

Pork Tenderloin and Mushroom Marsala

Pork Tenderloin and Mushroom Marsala

Pork Tenderloin and Mushroom Marsala is one of our favorite fall dinners. I start this pork dish by browning some pancetta and tender pork tenderloin. Then, I make a rich and creamy mushroom marsala sauce. Finally, I serve the pork topped with the lush marsala wine sauce. We like this dish for several reasons. First of all, I like that this meal can be made ahead of time. I like that the pork and sauce reheat so nicely in the microwave. Secondly, I like that I can make this hearty dish in just one hour. And, lastly, we all love the tender pork and the rich sauce.

The Equipment I Used

  • A Skillet- I used a cast iron skillet to make the pork and sauce. But you can use any large skillet.
  • A Meat Thermometer- Use an instant read meat thermometer to check the temperature of your pork.

The Ingredients Needed for Pork Tenderloin and Mushroom Marsala

  • Heavy Cream- I like to use a good quality heavy cream in this dish. I really like the Organic Valley brand. Use heavy cream, not half and half or light cream.
  • Pancetta- I like to buy my pancetta at the deli counter, thinly sliced.
  • Mushrooms- I used cremini mushrooms, but you could also use white mushrooms.
  • Marsala Wine- Use sweet marsala wine.
  • Oil- Use extra virgin olive oil. I like the California Olive Ranch brand.
  • Garlic- I like to buy the peeled cloves and store them in my freezer.
  • Tomato Paste- I really like the Muir Glen tomato paste.

How I Made my Pork

  • First, I browned the pork and pancetta. Take care to not burn these.
  • Then, I cooked the mushrooms and made the sauce.
  • Finally, I topped the pork with the creamy sauce.

If you like pork, you need to try this rich and delicious Pork Tenderloin and Mushroom Marsala.

pork tenderloin ad
Pork Tenderloin and Mushroom Marsala
Pork Tenderloin an

Pork Tenderloin and Mushroom Marsala

Pork Marsala featuring a creamy mushroom sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ pound pancetta, thinly sliced, and chopped
  • 3 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 pound cremini mushrooms, wiped clean and sliced
  • 3 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 8 even slices
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour
  • ½ tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper
  • 2 tsp. each tomato paste and minced garlic
  • cups sweet Marsala wine
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp. each lemon juice and chopped parsley

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large cast iron skillet on medium heat, heat the olive oil. Cook the pancetta until crisp and then remove it to a plate.
  • Add the butter and cook the shallot on medium heat until tender. Add the mushrooms and cook until browned and all the liquid has evaporated. Remove from the pan and cover to keep warm.
  • Now add the vegetable oil to the pan. Sprinkle the pork with the salt and pepper and then dredge it in the flour. Cook half the pork on medium heat in the oil on both sides until it's brown and cooked through. It should be 140 degrees inside and will continue to cook outside of the pan. Repeat with the rest of the pork. Remove it to a serving platter and cover to keep warm.
  • To the pan add the tomato paste and garlic and cook for one minute. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Marsala and simmer until it's reduced by half. While it simmers, scrape the bottom of the pan. Stir in the cream and simmer for five minutes on low heat. Add the rest of the salt and pepper, and the lemon juice and parsley. Also, add the pancetta, mushrooms, and pork back to the pan. Cook for one minute and then serve.
Keyword pork
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!