Lidia Bastianich on Instagram: "Soup in the summer? Yes! There are so many wonderful fresh vegetables available in the summertime and this light, delicious soup features two of my favorites. This versatile soup can be also served hot, room temperature or even chilled, perfect with a drizzle of fresh pesto. Buon Gusto!! Link to recipe and full video in my bio. #LidiasRecipes #LidiasItaly #LidiasKitchen #LidiaBastianich #ItalianFood #FromLidiasTableToYours #LidiasSoundtrack"

Lidia Bastianich on Instagram: "Zucchini is such a convenient and delicious vegetable. It is inexpensive, and you can find it year-round, although it is best in the summer. In this delicious and simple recipe, the zucchini is baked into a parmigiana but does not have the traditional frying step. I like using a large baking pan and making just one layer; this way, the zucchini will dry up more in the oven, and you will have more of the crispy cheese top, which everybody loves. Link to recipe and

Lidia Bastianich on Instagram: "Let’s make cannoli! This famous Sicilian dessert is a favorite at my house, and this version is a little lighter and simpler than what you may have tasted from your local Italian American pastry shop, but it is just as delicious! Link to the full video and recipe in my bio. #TuttiaTavolaaMangiare #LidiasRecipes #LidiasItaly #LidiasKitchen #LidiaBastianich #ItalianFood"