Lidia Bastianichone of the most beloved chefs and authors in Americapresents her most accessible and affordable cookbook to date, a gathering of the recipes that have become her go-to meals for her very own family. But these are not only Lidia's personal favorites; this book is a love letter to her fans. Here, she is giving us the recipes for dishes that you have raved and written about over and overthe best, the most comforting, and the most delicious dishes in her repertoire. In Lidia's Favorite Recipes, you'll find a fresh take on more than 100 of Lidia's signature and irresistibly reliable dishes, including: Fried Mozzarella SkewersSpiedini alla Romana Escarole and White Bean SoupZuppa di Scarola e Cannellini Ziti with Broccoli Rabe and SausageZiti con Broccoli Rabe e Salsicce Baked Stuffed ShellsConchiglie Ripiene al Forno Eggplant ParmigianaMelanzane alla Parmigiana Savory Seafood StewZuppa di Pesce Chicken CacciatorePollo alla Cacciatore Veal Ossobuco with Barley RisottoOssobuco di Vitello con Risotto d'Orzo Cannoli NapoleonCannolo a Strati Limoncello TiramisTiramis al Limoncello From the classic sauces to the delicious desserts, these recipes have been revised and updated to be more concise and clear, but just as soul-satisfying as ever. With new information about the affordability, seasonality, and nutritional value of the ingredients, this book shows there is no question why these dishes are the easiest and most enjoyable to bring to the family table for your most memorable moments. Beautifully illustrated throughout with full-color photographs, Lidia's Favorite Recipes will give both new cooks and longtime fans something extraordinary to celebrate.From the Hardcover edition.