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Freshly cut zucchini noodles are layered over a rich tomato sauce in a black frying pan, ready to be cooked for a healthy meal.

Zucchini Linguini

Years ago, a lightly Sinatra themed place in Boca Raton named Matteo's, was the first to serve Zucchini Linguini with their outstanding Veal Sorrentino. As they say... the rest was history. 
Tags: Italian Vegetable Dishes zucchini
Slice of creamy baked zucchini gratin with golden cheese topping lifted from a casserole dish.

Zucchini Ricotta Pie

I could eat a slice of Zucchini Ricotta Pie every day, all summer long! Its that good.
Tags: Appetizers Breakfasts eggs entrees Fast Summer Meals Italian Summer Side Dish Vegetable Dishes vegetarian zucchini
Three zucchini halves are layered with slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese, garnished with fresh basil, and arranged in a white dish on a striped green and white tablecloth, with tomatoes and olive oil nearby.

Roasted Zucchini Caprese

Enjoying a Summer Vacation Safe at Home! This wonderful dish has me dreaming that I am at a restaurant in Italy overlooking the sea, instead of my backyard.
Tags: entrees Fast Summer Meals Italian pizza salad Summer Side Dish vegetarian zucchini
Two lettuce wraps filled with ham, cheese, and tomato are placed on a beige plate, accompanied by a cluster of cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.

Ham and Avocado Tomato Lettuce Wrap

We all love an Italian Sub... or Ham & Swiss... or Turkey with Avocado... those flavor combinations sing! Making a lettuce wrap is nothing new, but it is a fine...
Tags: Italian lettuce wrap cup taco meals
A grilled chicken breast topped with cherry tomatoes and a dollop of creamy sauce is served on a white plate, accompanied by a fork, with whole cherry tomatoes scattered on a wooden table.

Chicken Margherita

A bright summery restaurant meal in minutes - in just ten minutes to the plate, serve grilled chicken breast glazed in balsamic then topped with fresh tomato and mozzarella.
Tags: entrees Italian
Stacked eggplant and melted cheese layered with tomato sauce, served on a white plate.

Grilled Eggplant Stack

So you do not have to ask, it is grilled eggplant layered with mozzarella, ripe fresh tomato slices and topped with a ladle of marinara sauce. 
Tags: Appetizers entrees Italian vegetarian
Two egg wraps filled with greens, ham, and cheese on a white plate, with sliced onion and tomato in the background.

Italian Ham Wrap

A tasty wrap made with an egg and a bit of Inspire Flatbread mix to encase a bit of your favorite sandwich fillings.
Tags: eggs Italian
A plate of spaghetti squash topped with rich red marinara sauce and sprinkled with grated cheese, accompanied by a fork and a fresh basil leaf, sits on a textured tablecloth.

Baked Spaghetti Squash

How to Bake & Serve Spaghetti Squash. It's Pretty Easy & Super Tasty.

For a beautiful dish that you can make and serve in the shell of the squash, toss with sauce, top with cheese and bake until melted.

Tags: entrees Italian vegetarian
Baked white fish with cherry tomatoes, onions, herbs, and lemon in a white skillet.

Pan Cooked Halibut with Tomato Butter Sauce

A small family fishery in Alaska popped up on my Instagram feed and posted that it was Halibut season. 24 hours later, I opened an ice pack lined box and we enjoyed our first of many suppers of fresh fish.
Tags: Italian
A round pan of freshly baked pizza is topped with pepperoni and herbs, resting on a wooden surface next to a striped kitchen towel and a pizza cutter.

Inspired Pan Pizza

Genius I tell ya! This tastes great.

The flavors of pizza using our high protein, super low carb Inspire Flatbread mix.

Tags: entrees Italian pizza
Shrimp cooked in a rich tomato sauce, topped with chopped fresh herbs and served in a white dish.

Shrimp with Tomato & Fennel

I am a very fast cook. I put my protein on the counter, find a few complimentary ingredients and make a great dish!

Tags: entrees fish & seafood Italian Vegetable Dishes
Creamy baked artichoke dip in a green dish, lightly browned on top and served with toasted bread slices.

Artichoke Parmesan Spread

This is a more flavorful lighter version of the hot dip on many menus. Mine is heavy on the artichoke and parmesan, contains ZERO cream cheese, yet tastes fantastic. All the flavors and creaminess of the original but without the five pound weight gain!

Tags: appetizers Italian party foods
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