Meals Matter

Acorn Squash and Kale Over Penne  

Contributed by: ebuscaglia

Artichoke Mushroom Tortellini Salad  

Contributed by: Hilary

Here's an easy recipe that's great for dinner one day and for taking as a lunch the next.

Artichokes Parmesan  

Contributed by: Kathy1

Baked Boca Penne  

Contributed by: LTeifel

A creamy pasta that makes a hearty meal.

Baked Fried Eggplant  

Contributed by: tinalynn23

I love fried eggplant but absolutely hate the mushy texture. I've found a great way to get the fried

Bistro Chicken & Rice Bake  

Contributed by: susanray

A bistro style chicken and rice dish with Italian ingredients that gains extra flavor from oven bak

Bow Ties with Broccoli and Tomatoes  

Contributed by: bluther

Breaded Eggplant Slices  

Contributed by: bluther

These eggplants are easy to make and work well as an appetizer.

Breadsticks  

Contributed by: aerofanstruck@foothill.net

These Italian-style "grissini" are good partners for soup or salad.

Broccoli Rabe, White Bean & Fontina Pasta  

Contributed by: EatingWell

Use any vegetable in place of pungent broccoli rabe to make this a family-pleaser. Make it a Meal: r

Caesar Chicken Sandwiches  

Contributed by: bluther

A delicious sandwich great for lunch or dinner.

Calzones  

Contributed by: DairyCouncil

Presto! 10-Minute Calzone

Cavatappi with Roasted Peppers, Capocollo & Ricotta  

Contributed by: burginfamily

An elegant pasta dish

Cheese Pizza  

Contributed by: DCC

Forget about delivery and have pizza night at home with this fun recipe. It's also an excellent sour

Chicken & Spaghetti di Napoli  

Contributed by: DCC

A filling weeknight dinner

Chicken Cacciatore  

Contributed by: rokautz

Chicken cacciatore has never been easier or healthier! Served with whole wheat pasta, this classic I

Chicken Fettuccine  

Contributed by: c_swinford

Chicken Marsala  

Contributed by: DCC

A delicious chicken and pasta dish.

Chicken Piccata  

Contributed by: abanish

Chicken with cheese panini with balsamic mayonaise  

Contributed by: stacybrady

Chunky Pasta Sauce with Meat  

Contributed by: DCC

This chunky pasta sauce has two kinds of meat to add flavor and texture to your pasta.

Classic Italian Lasagna  

Contributed by: ntanner

A delicious lasagna made from scratch.

Conchiglie with Artichoke Sauce  

Contributed by: DCC

A delicious way to have fresh artichoke with pasta. Very light and refreshing.

Creamy Couscous Florentine  

Contributed by: Michele

This meal is a one-dish wonder, packed with calcium!

Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore  

Contributed by: jugreer

The Italian version of "hunter style" chicken.

Easy Lasagna  

Contributed by: mockcm

this is an easy lasagna recipe that contains no ricotta cheese

Easy Pasta Primavera  

Contributed by: DCC

This quick and easy recipe is packed with vitamins and flavor.

Easy Ziti  

Contributed by: menfe

A lower fat tasty pasta that serves a crowd.

Eggplant Bake  

Contributed by: HappyCook

This cheesy eggplant dish makes a great side.

Eggplant Cannelloni with Roasted Tomato Sauce  

Contributed by: ningwan

This dish is full of fiber!

Eggplant Parmesan  

Contributed by: bluther

Goes great with pasta.

Eggplant Pasta  

Contributed by: DCC

Fettuccine with Broccoli and Carrots  

Contributed by: DCC

Crisp vegetables add interest to this quick and colorful pasta dish. Try it with zucchini instead of

Fettuccine with Tomatoes and Zucchini  

Contributed by: DCC

A quick and easy pasta dish bursting with the flavor of fresh vegetables.

Fettuccini with Zucchini and Mint  

Contributed by: mmccann

Great find side dish!

Four Cheese Stuffed Shells  

Contributed by: ntanner

The name says it all

Fresh California Tomato Soup  

Contributed by: DCC

Great meal on a cold day. full flavored and hearty!

Garden Pasta with Cheese  

Contributed by: DCC

This cheese pasta dish will get the kids to eat their vegetables.

Garlic Shrimp with Linguini  

Contributed by: drewkari

Quick and easy.

Gemelli, Orange, Red Onion, Celery & Black Olive Salad  

Contributed by: DCC

Grilled Eggplant Towers with Tomatoes & Feta  

Contributed by: EatingWell

The brief ingredient list belies the complex taste and sophisticated presentation of this vegetarian

Hearty Minestrone Soup  

Contributed by: zebrowm

This is a full-on meal in a bowl for cool winter nights. It can go it alone or add cornbread or crus

Herb Roasted Eggplant with Tomatoes and Feta  

Contributed by: marzoukauble

For a great vegetarian entrée, serve the vegetables on a bed of couscous.

Italian Bean & Grain Soup  

Contributed by: EatingWell

Hearty and satisfying enough to be a main course, this soup is made with an Italian grain called far

Italian Chicken Salad  

Contributed by: DCC

This chicken salad has some unexpected ingredients.

Italian Fennel Stir Fry  

Contributed by: chelseamarie

There's no pasta in this stir-fry, but the fennel is a nice alternative. This is a nice alternative

Italian Spaghetti  

Contributed by: MAB

Italian Three-Bean Chili  

Contributed by: tiredmoms

Vegetarian! It's hearty and flavorful, yet it isn't heavy. Serve with a simple side salad.

Jim's Bruschetta  

Contributed by: DCC

Lasagna de Berenjena   

Contributed by: ebuscaglia

Este es un delicioso plato que se puede servir con una ensalada mixta ó broccoli (brécol)