Italian food, the very same makes us say Mama Mia! Italy is one of the most scenic countries in the world and is home to the best food recipes. While it is often stereotyped for just pasta and pizza, Italian food has much to offer than what we know. The main ingredients which are indispensable to any Italian recipe are tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, basil and Parmesan. These basic ingredients form the essential grocery list of Italian food. Typical Italian menu comprises of Antipasti (starters), Zuppa e Salsa (soups and sauces), Pane (Bread), Pizzas, Pasta, Pesce (Fish Dishes) and ofcourse, the desserts. In this article, we shall discuss some of the best Italian food recipes with pictures that are surely going to make your mouth water!

Best Italian Food Recipes:

Non Veg:

1. Filet Mignon With Arugula Salad:

This recipe is one of the best tasting steak dish. Aragula is a peppery green salad, that goes very well with a well made steak. The simple and mildly seasoned steak on a bed of aragula leaves makes for a healthy and tasty lunch.

Ingredients:

• 4 Beef Steaks.
• ½ tbsp Salt.
• ¼ tbsp Black Pepper.
• ½ tbsp Garlic.
• 2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice.
• 1 tbsp Oregano.
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil.
• 1 tbsp Basil.
• 1 Cup Aragula Leaves.
• 1 cup Mushrooms.

Method:

• To get started, start by marinating the steak piece in salt, oregano and olive oil with a hint of basil and then fry it well in olive oil and garlic.
• Medium to well done is perfect.
• Now use Italian salad dressing to mix up the arugula salad and add olives and peas as desired.
• Cut and fry mushrooms in olive oil and add it to the salad with a side dish of garlic bread or olive oil toasted pasta.

2. Zuppa Toscana:

Zuppa Toscana literally means “Soup in the style of Tuscany”. This classic soup is made from kale, potatoes, celery, olive oil, Tuscany bread and Italian bacon. It is an extremely flavoursome soup can be served as a meal itself.