The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CACCIATORE
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The straight part
We know that "prepared Italian-style" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case prepared italian-style = cacciatore.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CACCIATORE mean?
CACCIATORE noun- A meal prepared in this style.
- (of chicken, rabbit, etc.) Prepared in an Italian style with wine, mushrooms, spices and tomatoes.