From bubbling lasagna and hearty meatballs to crisp garlic bread and melty chicken Parm, these classic dishes deliver bold flavor and a feeling of home. Molly McArdle is Food & Wine's Updates Editor.

Before you throw away that last stale slice of bread or the heel you never like to eat, I have a recipe or two for you. And really good ones. As an Italian-born foodie, I can tell you that Italians ...