8 TASTY ITALIAN DISHES TO CREATE AT HOME

Shrimp Scampi Linguine: Make a decadent version with essential ingredients, skip frozen scampi bags, garnish with parsley for color.

Three-Meat Italian Meatballs: Versatile appetizer, lunch, or dinner with turkey, beef, and Italian sausage meatballs; secret ingredient: oats.

Grilled Garlic Knot Pizza Rolls: Quick, easy pizzeria favorites using store-bought pizza dough; ideal for grilling, minimal prep required.

Eggplant Parmesan: Baked alternative to lasagna, use whole-wheat panko for breading; enjoy cheesy goodness without unnecessary carbs.

Classic Carbonara: Foolproof recipe for signature creamy carbonara sauce; perfect for a special night in.

Chicken Piccata: Delicious for weeknight dinner or special occasions; pair with mashed potatoes, couscous, pasta, or roasted vegetables.

Tiramisu: Classic Italian dessert with coffee-dipped ladyfinger cookies, layers of mascarpone, and cocoa powder dusting.

Cannoli: Dreamy cannoli with crunchy exterior, fluffy sweet cream inside; top with chocolate chips and confectioners sugar for a complete look.