Lidia Bastianich

Lidia Bastianich I've married my two passions in life: family and food. https://lidiasitaly.com/books-products/
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10/06/2026

Easy Polenta with Broccoli and Bacon
I love Polenta, it's versatile, delicious and goes with everything - I should know I grew up on it! Corn is a food from the New World—it only came to Italy after the discovery of the Americas. But you could never tell the people from Friuli-Venezia Giulia, the region I hail from, that polenta is not Friulian. So much so that the Friulianos are called polentoni, polenta eaters. Join me in my kitchen as I show you how to make one of my favorite variations. Buon Gusto!

https://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/polenta-broccoli-bacon/

Cannellini Bean and Lentil Soup. I love this hearty soup as the weather gets cold. Serve it with crusty bread and a sal...
10/05/2026

Cannellini Bean and Lentil Soup. I love this hearty soup as the weather gets cold. Serve it with crusty bread and a salad of bitter greens for a casual lunch. Round the meal out with a platter of cheese and salumi, or turn the soup into a meal in itself by adding links of sausages in the last 40 minutes of cooking. When ready to serve, either cut the sausages into slices and serve in the soup, or transfer the sausages whole to a platter and serve with some salad as a second course. Join me in my kitchen while I make it. Link to recipe and video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOnAwGz24Yw Buon Gusto!

"28 years of Lidia’s Kansas City! 🥂🇮🇹Amazing time celebrating 28 incredible years of food, family, hospitality, and memo...
10/05/2026

"28 years of Lidia’s Kansas City! 🥂🇮🇹
Amazing time celebrating 28 incredible years of food, family, hospitality, and memories… made even more special with Lidia here to celebrate with us. ❤️
We’re so grateful for the guests who have dined with us, celebrated with us, and become part of the Lidia’s family over the years. We also are thankful for the amazing team, past and present, who have made it all possible.
Here’s to 28 years, and many more to come. Saluti! 🥂"

10/04/2026

Lidia's Easy Spaghetti with Garlic Pesto
This is a simple and delicious pasta dish that's super-flavorful and economical! The pesto for this dish can also be made earlier in the day, but make sure to toss it with the hot pasta and cheese just before serving. Tutti a Tavola a Mangiare!

https://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/spaghetti-roasted-garlic-pesto/

10/03/2026

Baked Rigatoni & Zucchini - easy, delicious and economical! Today, one can get zucchini at a reasonable price, year-round, so it’s easy to make this dish for the family at any time of the year. To balance it further, add some protein, such as swordfish, shrimp, crumbled sausages, or shredded chicken breast. You can add as little or as much of each ingredient to this recipe as you want to satisfy your nutritional preferences and, of course, your taste. Buon Gusto! Cento

https://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/baked-rigatoni-and-zucchini/

Celebrating World Smile Day® with my friends at Smile Train at Grand Central Terminal! I’m proud to support Smile Train ...
10/02/2026

Celebrating World Smile Day® with my friends at Smile Train at Grand Central Terminal!

I’m proud to support Smile Train and their vision of helping children worldwide receive life-changing comprehensive cleft care.

What makes me smile? Mia famiglia, great food, and bringing people together around the table.

Now tell me—comment and post on social what makes you smile? Tag Smile Train, and use

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Farfalle with Swordfish. I love this farfalle pasta recipe, It’s simple, delicious, economical and makes a great weeken...
10/02/2026

Farfalle with Swordfish. I love this farfalle pasta recipe, It’s simple, delicious, economical and makes a great weekend meal - and it can be made with swordfish, as I do here, or with shrimp. Join me in my kitchen while I make it here.. Buon Gusto! https://youtu.be/7EVAdNGUGPo?si=0M-Dl0HfJcfT4Nnl

10/01/2026

Lidia's Classic Bolognese Sauce
Classic Bolognese Sauce, also known as "Ragù alla Bolognese," is a traditional Italian meat-based sauce that originated in Bologna, Italy. It has a rich history and is a staple in Italian cuisine. I love this version, made with milk it's deliciously complex and velvety smooth, featuring deep, hearty flavors and a mouth-fillling, slow-cooked texture. Buon Gusto!
https://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/traditional-recipe-bolognese-sauce-milk/

Save the Date - Hope to see you there!An Evening with Lidia BastianichNov 4A Fundraising Event Benefiting the Center for...
10/01/2026

Save the Date - Hope to see you there!

An Evening with Lidia Bastianich
Nov 4
A Fundraising Event Benefiting the Center for the Women of New York (CWNY) and the Bayside Business Association

Join the Center for the Women of New York (CWNY) and the Bayside Business Association (BBA) for a special evening featuring internationally renowned chef, restaurateur, Emmy Award-winning television host, bestselling author, and entrepreneur Lidia Bastianich
Tickets - cwny.org
This exclusive fundraising event will offer guests the opportunity to hear Lidia's inspiring personal story and insights on entrepreneurship, family, resilience, and the role of food in bringing communities together.

09/30/2026

Fusilli with Salami & Roasted Peppers
Think of this as a warm pasta salad, which also makes for delicious - and economical! - leftovers at room temperature. If you are short on time, you can substitute good-quality jarred roasted peppers, but I think it's worth it to roast your own, since they're one of the stars of this dish. You can roast a big batch of five or six peppers at a time. Peel and slice them as I suggest below, and drizzle with olive oil. They'll keep in your refrigerator for a week or so, and you can enjoy them in pastas, frittatas, salads, and sandwiches. Buon Appetito!

Recipe - https://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/fusilli-salami-roasted-peppers/

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