Preparing delicious meals is easy with these recipes that are hearty and satisfying, especially to those of us who love Italian food. Many of these recipes have been in my family since I was a child. Though some may have originally contained meat, these meat-free meals taste exceptionally good. This cookbook has a photo with every recipe. The collection includes recipes for simple soups, salads, appetizers and easy side dishes. Main dishes include pasta, pizza, lasagna, casseroles, risotto, stew, vegetable pies and a vegetarian version of my Mother's meatloaf. For dessert, recipes for scrumptious tarts, mocha cake, short-cake, cupcakes and cheesecake. Enjoy