Pasta Recipes

26 recipes

Few things satisfy like a well-made bowl of pasta. Whether you prefer a quick garlic-and-oil toss or a layered baked lasagna, the key is matching the sauce to the shape. Our community shares everything from authentic Italian classics to creative fusion dishes.

Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta with Spinach and Parmesan

Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta with Spinach and Parmesan🍖 Main

A calorie-conscious creamy pasta dish with seasoned chicken, roasted tomatoes, baby spinach, and crispy fried onions.

⏱ 10 min prep Β· πŸ³ 20 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 510 cal
calorie-consciouseasyquick
Spicy Italian Sausage and Orecchiette Pasta

Spicy Italian Sausage and Orecchiette Pasta🍖 Main

Hearty ear-shaped pasta tossed with browned spicy Italian pork sausage, bitter broccoli rabe, and a garlic-laced tomato sauce.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 20 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 680 cal
sausageitalian-inspiredpasta
Roasted Feta Pasta

Roasted Feta Pasta🍖 Main

A satisfying meal featuring oven-baked cherry tomatoes, velvety mildly zesty feta cheese, perfectly cooked noodles, and vibrant greens with aromatic seasonings.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 40 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 5 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 554 cal
pastavegetariangreek
Pasta al Limone

Pasta al Limone🍖 Main

A delightfully simple dish made with lemon, Parmesan, and butter.

⏱ 10 min prep Β· πŸ³ 25 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 2 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 860 cal
pastalemonchicken
Creamy Crock Pot Mac and Cheese

Creamy Crock Pot Mac and Cheese🍖 Main

This slow cooker macaroni and cheese ranks among our top cozy meal choices! Though the ingredient list might surprise you, the final result is wonderfully rich, full of cheese flavor, and absolutely scrumptious.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 120 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 8 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 464 cal
comfort foodslow cookercrock pot
Marinated Steak Bites and Gnocchi

Marinated Steak Bites and Gnocchi🍖 Main

Tender, seasoned beef cubes pair beautifully with golden-crisped potato dumplings in this simple, weeknight dinner that everyone will love.

⏱ 10 min prep Β· πŸ³ 15 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 632 cal
quickeasyfamily-friendly
Balsamic Tomato Pasta Salad

Balsamic Tomato Pasta Salad🥗 Side

Perfect for outdoor gatherings and shared meals, this simple pasta dish combines al dente noodles with tangy vinegar-infused tomatoes and fresh seasonings.

⏱ 10 min prep Β· πŸ³ 10 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 6 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 248 cal
saladside dishpasta
Hearty Baked Ziti

Hearty Baked Ziti🍖 Main

This simple pasta bake delivers all the cozy satisfaction of traditional lasagna while requiring far less effort. Ground Italian sausage combines with marinara, creamy ricotta cheese, melted mozzarella, and sharp Parmesan to create a gloriously cheesy, bubbling dish with a beautiful golden-brown top.

⏱ 20 min prep Β· πŸ³ 50 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 8 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 642 cal
Italianpastacasserole
Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole

Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole🍖 Main

This irresistible chicken and pasta bake brings together savory bacon, zesty ranch seasoning, melted cheese, and tender poultry in a single dish that's bursting with mouthwatering taste.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 40 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 8 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 605 cal
americancasseroleone pot
Hearty Sloppy Joe Casserole

Hearty Sloppy Joe Casserole🍖 Main

This baked dish captures the zesty, savory taste of traditional sloppy joes combined with soft noodles and melted cheddar. It's a simple weeknight meal for the whole family using basic kitchen staples.

⏱ 5 min prep Β· πŸ³ 46 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 6 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 395 cal
americancasserolemain course
Slow-Simmered RagΓΉ Napoletano

Slow-Simmered RagΓΉ Napoletano🍖 Main

A deeply savory Southern Italian meat gravy featuring pork spare ribs, beef chuck roast, and Italian sausage, gently braised in tomato base until remarkably robust and delicious.

⏱ 30 min prep Β· πŸ³ 180 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 6 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 720 cal
italianneapolitanpasta
Garlicky Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce

Garlicky Cream Cheese Pasta Sauce🥗 Side

This silky pasta sauce features rich cream cheese combined with aromatic garlic and savory cheese notes. Ready in just moments, it requires cream cheese, stock, Parmesan cheese, and basic spices to create a luscious coating.

⏱ 10 min prep Β· πŸ³ 5 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 252 cal
pastasaucequick
Slow-Simmered Ground Beef Ragu over Pappardelle

Slow-Simmered Ground Beef Ragu over Pappardelle🍖 Main

A deeply savory, comforting ground beef and tomato ragu slow-simmered with aromatics and wine, served over wide pappardelle ribbons.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 60 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 650 cal
beefpastacomfort-food
Wagyu Beef & Bok Choy Umami Pasta

Wagyu Beef & Bok Choy Umami Pasta🍖 Main

A rich, savory fusion pasta featuring tender ground Wagyu beef and the refreshing crunch of bok choy in a silky umami glaze.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 15 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 620 cal
beefpastacomfort-food
Tangy Macaroni Salad

Tangy Macaroni Salad🥗 Side

A reliable pasta salad featuring crunchy vegetables tossed in a zesty, sweetened cream-based sauce. Perfect for preparing in advance for cookouts and gatherings.

⏱ 20 min prep Β· πŸ³ 15 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 6 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 432 cal
side dishpastasalad
Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese

Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese🍖 Main

Oven-baked macaroni and cheese featuring tangy cheddar and Parmesan cheeses in a luxuriously smooth, generously sauced foundation, crowned with crispy breadcrumb finish.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 35 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 8 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 621 cal
vegetariancomfort foodcasserole
Hearty Paccheri with Neapolitan RagΓΉ

Hearty Paccheri with Neapolitan RagΓΉ🍖 Main

This robust tomato-based meat sauce showcases beef, pork ribs, and sweet Italian sausageβ€”a cherished culinary treasure from Italy's Campania region.

⏱ 10 min prep Β· πŸ³ 240 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 8 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 496 cal
italianpastameat sauce
Velvety Ravioli with Sun Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Velvety Ravioli with Sun Dried Tomato Cream Sauce🍖 Main

Luxuriously soft pasta pockets bathed in an incredibly silky, luscious cream sauce featuring sun dried tomatoes! Ready in half an hour for busy evenings, but elegant enough to serve guests!

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 15 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 620 cal
pastaitaliancream sauce
Italian Pasta Salad

Italian Pasta Salad🥗 Side

Colorful rotini pasta salad with Italian dressing, veggies, and mozzarella. A potluck favorite.

⏱ 15 min prep Β· πŸ³ 10 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 8 servings
pastasaladitalian
Stovetop Mac and Cheese

Stovetop Mac and Cheese🥗 Side

Rich and creamy homemade mac and cheese made entirely on the stovetop in under 30 minutes.

⏱ 5 min prep Β· πŸ³ 20 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 6 servings
pastacheesycomfort-food
Easy Homemade Mac & Cheese Recipe

Easy Homemade Mac & Cheese Recipe🍖 Main

Creamy and comforting without extra steps. This 5-ingredient stovetop version skips the roux and comes together right in the pasta pot.

⏱ 5 min prep Β· πŸ³ 15 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 733 cal
comfort foodpastaquick
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo🍖 Main

This comforting single-skillet dish features succulent shrimp paired with incredibly silky, luscious orzo pasta. Ready in just 40 minutes! Effortless preparation, absolutely delicious results.

⏱ 20 min prep Β· πŸ³ 20 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 485 cal
one potseafoodshrimp
Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe

Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe🍖 Main

This easy homemade Hamburger Helper recipe has ground beef, macaroni, and a flavorful cheesy cheddar sauce! It's total comfort food that's inexpensive and ready in about 30 minutes.

⏱ 5 min prep Β· πŸ³ 25 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 4 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 501 cal
americancomfort foodquick
Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta🍖 Main

This beloved dish brings together succulent poultry and fresh green florets, all coated in a luscious from-scratch creamy mixture that will have you coming back for seconds.

⏱ 10 min prep Β· πŸ³ 20 min cook Β· πŸ‘₯ 6 servings Β· πŸ”₯ 359 cal
comfort foodpastachicken

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