8 classic Italian dishes you can actually make at home – Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Jul 10, 2025, 03:49:07 PM IST

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Spaghetti Aglio e OlioYou need: spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, red chilli flakes, salt, parsleyHow to make: Cook spaghetti till al dente. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté thinly sliced garlic until golden. Add chilli flakes, toss the pasta in, sprinkle parsley. Serve hot.

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Margherita Pizza (Pan Method)You need: pizza dough, tomato puree, mozzarella, basil, saltHow to make: Roll dough and cook one side on a non-stick pan. Flip, add sauce, cheese, basil. Cover with a lid and cook on low till cheese melts and base crisps.

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Bruschetta al PomodoroYou need: baguette/bread slices, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, basil, saltHow to make: Toast bread slices. Rub with garlic. Mix chopped tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and salt. Spoon mixture on bread and serve immediately.

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You need: penne, garlic, olive oil, red chilli flakes, tomato puree, saltHow to make: Cook penne. Sauté garlic and chilli flakes in olive oil, add tomato puree and simmer. Add cooked pasta, toss well. Garnish with parsley or grated cheese.

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You need: fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegarHow to make: Slice tomatoes and mozzarella. Arrange with basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Chill and serve as a refreshing starter or side.

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Mushroom Risotto (Simplified)You need: arborio rice or short-grain rice, mushrooms, onion, garlic, butter, broth, ParmesanHow to make: Sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms in butter. Add rice, stir for 2 minutes. Add broth gradually while stirring. Cook till creamy. Finish with Parmesan.

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Eggplant Parmigiana (No Fry)You need: eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella, olive oil, breadcrumbsHow to make: Slice eggplant, brush with oil and bake till soft. In a dish, layer eggplant, sauce, cheese. Repeat layers. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.

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You need: ladyfingers, instant coffee, sugar, mascarpone, whipped cream, cocoa powderHow to make: Dip ladyfingers in coffee. In a bowl, beat mascarpone with sugar and fold in whipped cream. Layer biscuits and cream. Chill for 4+ hours. Dust with cocoa before serving.

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