Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Parmigiano-Reggiano

Switch up pasta with squash for this veggie-based dish. (By Kate Ramos)

Parmigiano–Black Pepper Popcorn

With extra-virgin olive oil. (By Regan Burns)

Microwave Risotto With Peas and Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese (By Antilope )

Lasagne alla Bolognese

A hearty version of a classic. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Pasta Carbonara with Peas

Peas brighten up this rich dish. (By Regan Burns)

Pancetta and Hominy Polenta

Hearty and rustic; a sensational side dish. (By Neal Fraser)

Pasta e Fagioli

Warming tomato, bean, and pasta soup that can be prepared simply or spiced up with pancetta and dried red peppers. (By Marco Canora)

Tomato-Basil Arancini

These small Italian rice croquettes are perfect party appetizers. (By Marc Alvarez)

Fettuccine with Porcini and Pancetta Cream

Mushrooms lend a rich flavor, making this an appealing cool-weather dish. (By Luke Knowland)

Chicken Skewers with Dukkah Crust

Chicken coated in a Middle Eastern spice mix of nuts and herbs. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Baked Radicchio and Mozzarella Pasta

This is a dish that converts radicchio-haters, softening the green’s bitterness by baking it with a cream sauce. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Autumn Squash Ravioli with Sage Brown Butter Sauce

This comforting pasta is the essence of fall. (By Traci Des Jardins)

Wild Mushroom Risotto

Risotto is always a great starch to go with any main course or can be served by itself as an entrée. (By Francine Maroukian)

Eggplant Parmesan

Caprese salad meets crispy fried eggplant. (By Kate Ramos)

Italian Meatballs

Ground pork, turkey, and beef packed with herbs and fennel seeds. (By Aida Mollenkamp)