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"I'm not a big fan of ricotta, so when I found this recipe, I had to try it. I'm so glad I did! While not a pronounced flavor, the sour cream adds a creaminess to the recipe. A big hit with my picky son! I leave out the ground beef for my vegetarian DH."

Ingredients: ziti pasta, mozzarella cheese...

"I love this recipe! I make it often and enjoy it with a tossed green salad, Italian garlic bread and a glass of wine! One of our favorites and so easy to do! Make sure you toss the pasta immediately with the sauce so the pasta will not stick. Bon Appetito!"

Ingredients: tomatoes with juice, fresh basil leaves...

"This super tasty recipe came from a co-worker who's wealthy family always made sure to serve this at their fancy summer parties. It is a snap to put together, making it perfect for families who want a meal in a hurry, or the host of party who wants something spectacular that won't keep them in the kitchen instead of with their guests. Either..."

Ingredients: fresh ground pepper, extra virgin olive oil...

"I can't recommend this recipe enough. It is so simple to make and so delicious."

Ingredients: cream, cooked ham, garlic...

"A simple baked pasta dish with tomato sauce, italian sausage, and cheese. From allrecipes.com."

Ingredients: tomatoes with garlic, mozzarella cheese...

"Try this recipe if you're looking for something quick and easy with great flavor. The pasta cooks right in the skillet so there's no need for extra pots. Don't make this without the sun-dried tomatoes because it will not have as much flavor. My DH recently told me that this is his favorite of the pasta dishes I cook. Recipe is from..."

Ingredients: pepper, baby spinach...

"This recipe is an original creation specifically for the cooking contest. I used the mild Italian sausages but you could increase the heat by using the spicy type & adding more cumin. I served it with Caesar salad & Garlic bread. My DH just loved the sauce & wants me to make this dish again!!"

Ingredients: cumin, nutmeg, olive oil...

"Sun dried tomatoes and broccoli add color and texture to this dish"

Ingredients: pepper, heavy cream, olive oil...

"We make this all the time when we just need to throw together something quick. It is very satisfying with a dinner salad and a nice glass of wine. It is really important that you use fresh, tasty cherry tomatoes."

Ingredients: dried red pepper flakes, extra virgin olive oil...

"This is a low fat version of Fabulous Penne a La Vodka, requested by Mosma in the "Lighten up your favorite comfort food" game. If you don't care for mushrooms, just omit them."

Ingredients: nonfat milk, dried basil leaves...

"The smoked Gouda can sometimes be hard to find, but it adds a great flavor and texture. The hot Italian sausage adds some spice. Got this one from "The Best American Recipes 2003-2004.""

Ingredients: salt & freshly ground black pepper, baby spinach leaves...

"My mom found this recipe years ago, and since then it has been a favorite among my own family and with anyone who got my mom to give up the recipe :) ... So flavorful, you too will not only enjoy this but never truly be able to get enough of it!"

Ingredients: fresh lemon rind, fresh lemon juice...

"This recipe came from a fund-raising cookbook our neighborhood put together. It's very flavorful. Freezes well."

Ingredients: dried basil, havarti cheese...

"My Mum took my sister and I out to lunch in London the other day and we had Italian for lunch. I don't recall the name of the restaurant but the dish I had was fantastic! It was called Giardiniera I think and contained all the below but also had deep fried spinach and paremsan balls with it. I've been unable to replicate the spinach balls (I..."

Ingredients: courgettes, olive oil...