Meals Matter

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.

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.

Caesar Chicken Sandwiches  

Contributed by: bluther

A delicious sandwich great for lunch or dinner.

Calzones  

Contributed by: DairyCouncil

Presto! 10-Minute Calzone

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 with cheese panini with balsamic mayonaise  

Contributed by: stacybrady

Creamy Couscous Florentine  

Contributed by: Michele

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

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

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.

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 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

Jim's Bruschetta  

Contributed by: DCC

Lasagna Rolls  

Contributed by: EatingWell

Crumbled tofu replaces the ricotta in our Italian-style vegetarian meal.

Linguine with Artichokes and Lemon  

Contributed by: MAB

A salad and some french bread round out this light meal -- perfect to throw together after work.

Linguine With Clams and Artichokes in Red Sauce  

Contributed by: DCC

This is the perfect meal if you are entertaining. It is fast, easy and impressive.

Marinated Vegetables on the Grill  

Contributed by: DCC

Parmesan Bow-Tie Skillet  

Contributed by: amydh

Pasta, sauce, and cheese...that's all you need!

Pasta & Vegetable Toss  

Contributed by: DCC

A light and refreshing pasta dish bursting with flavor.

Penne and Broccoli  

Contributed by: dhanyaka

A favorite recipe that is full of flavor and fast to make - not to mention that it has the cancer-fi

Penne with Roasted Asparagus Prosciutto & Toasted Pignoli  

Contributed by: DCC

This one is bursting with flavor. A great meal in itself.

Penne with Roasted Tomatoes, Garlic and White Beans  

Contributed by: cbbmille

Penne with Spring Vegetables  

Contributed by: Hilary

Early summer is the perfect time to try this light and fragrant dish.

Pesto Pasta  

Contributed by: DCC

Packed with flavor and easy to make. Serve as a side dish or an entree with a salad.

Pizza in a Pita  

Contributed by: hopes_hands

Few foods have a higher lunchtime approval rating than pizza. This one, with the main attractions pa

Pizza with Potato & Artichoke Topping  

Contributed by: EatingWell

Potatoes may sound like an unusual, somewhat redundant pizza topping, but the combination is much lo

Portobello Burgers with Gorgonzola  

Contributed by: DCC

A sophisticated "burger" with portobellos and gorgonzola cheese.

Ribollita Sicilian Supper Stew With Peppered Cheese Melts  

Contributed by: glor

Italian-styled country vegetable stew filled with surprises.

Smoked Mozzarella and Veggie-Stuffed Pizza  

Contributed by: ardfamily

Spaghetti Puttanescca  

Contributed by: DCC

If you like a little heat with your pasta, you'll love this.

Spaghetti with Arugula, Roasted Peppers & Prosciutto  

Contributed by: EatingWell

The complex flavors of a good Parmesan, such as Reggiano, and a high-quality prosciutto are essentia

Spaghetti with Fresh Corn and Basil  

Contributed by: DCC

The saffron gives this dish beautiful color. A great summer dish with the fresh vegetables.

Tortellini and Chicken Salad  

Contributed by: trina

Perfect for a main or side dish.

Tortellini Primavera  

Contributed by: DCC

This one is packed with flavor and texture in a creamy sauce. Add it can be ready in less than 30 mi

Tortellini Soup  

Contributed by: bluther

A simple soup with vegetables and cheese tortellini

Tricolored Penne Pasta with Chicken  

Contributed by: cbbmille

Turkey Florentine  

Contributed by: danigirl

This is a great recipe and a good way to slip in a vegetable!