Handkerchief Lasagna
Chef John's handkerchief lasagna is made with paper-thin homemade pasta sheets, folded over a delicate ricotta filling and a light amount of pasta sauce. These filled "handkerchiefs" are then layered to create one of the best versions of lasagna ever.
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Pizza Focaccia
Don’t tell your friends from Chicago, but this is an easy take on deep-dish-style pizza. While it’s far from authentic, it sure is delicious! By layering the cheese on first, you get lots of crispy, golden edges—which my family tends to fight over. Since this pizza is quite doughy, it’s best to cut it into thin strips to serve. As for the sauce, less is more. I like to add small dollops all over the surface to ensure even distribution and maximum crispiness. If you’re craving some spice, my favorite topping to hit this with as soon as it comes out of the oven is a hefty drizzle of hot honey.
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Loaded Potato Focaccia
There are few things in life I love more than a fully loaded potato with sour cream, scallions, lots of cheese, and crispy bacon. Add that on top of another fluffy carb, and I’m in heaven. This recipe was inspired by the famous Sally’s Apizza, one of the most beloved makers of New Haven-style pizza. They have a Potato & Rosemary pie that I love. My take is a little more kid-friendly, thanks to the Cheddar cheese and bacon. The key is to cut the potatoes thinly and evenly so they have time to cook through in the oven. I like to cook this until the potatoes start to crisp a little on top, offering the best of both worlds: creamy and crunchy potatoes!
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Cheeseburger Focaccia
When I told my oldest son we were having cheeseburger focaccia for dinner, he thought I was pranking him. His two favorite foods combined into one? I’d made all his 8-year-old dreams come true. His only request: hold the pickles. No problem—more for me! When cooking the ground beef for this, Don’t be afraid to really dimple the surface of the focaccia before adding all the toppings. This gives the cheese and beef space to fill every nook and cranny, ensuring each bite of focaccia is packed with cheeseburger flavor.
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French Onion Soup Focaccia
I’ve taken all the best flavors of a classic crock of French onion soup and baked them into a light and fluffy focaccia. I like to use a small Dutch oven to cook the onions so the heat is evenly distributed and none of them scorch, which can make them bitter. If the onions seem to be sticking to the bottom of the pan, simply add one or two tablespoons of water and scrape up any brown bits. I love the classic flavor of Gruyère, but you could also use shredded sharp Cheddar! Herbes de Provence let me pretend I’m enjoying this in a chic Parisian café, but dried thyme works just as well if that’s what you have on hand.
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Chef Johns Roman Style Chicken
Chef John's Roman-style chicken recipe delivers one of the best bites of braised chicken you will ever enjoy. Tomatoes and bell peppers make the sauce, and you'll never believe how good this is over olive oil mashed potatoes.
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One Pot Tuscan Shrimp and Orzo
This one pot Tuscan shrimp and orzo is hearty yet elegant, every bite bursting with Tuscan-inspired flavors. It’s comfort food with a sophisticated twist, perfect for a special dinner or a cozy night in.
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Italian Wedding Pasta Bake
This Italian wedding pasta bake really captures the flavors of Italian wedding soup. It's lightly cheesy, veggie- and meatball-forward, fragrant with fresh herbs, and baked under a crisp Parmesan and panko breadcrumb topping.
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Creamy Tuscan White Bean Skillet
This creamy Tuscan white bean skillet is a flavorful dish featuring tender beans, artichoke hearts, and bright sun-dried tomatoes coated in a creamy sauce with Parmesan cheese. A vegetarian-friendly main dish or side, it has the feel of comfort food, elevated beyond simple beans.
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Italian Ricotta Cookie Bars
In these Italian ricotta cookie bars, you get all the flavor, plus the amazingly soft, delicious, cakey texture of ricotta cookies—but without the hassle of making individual cookies.
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Roman Style Pizza
This Roman-style pizza has a long-fermented thicker crust, and is absolutely awesome. Topped with prepared sauce, sausage, sweet peppers, and three cheeses, or with whatever you like, you'll want to make this on repeat.
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Italian Penicillin Soup
“Honestly, this will be the only way I will make chicken noodle soup from now on.”
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Double Chocolate Biscotti with Cherries
Inspired by Black Forest Cake, these cookies are deeply chocolatey and studded with candied cherries.
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Date and Dried Cherry Mostarda
This sweet and tangy mostarda blends the rich flavors of Medjool dates and tart cherries with a hint of orange and spice. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature for a delightful burst of flavor.
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