Pasta Recipes

Copycat chicken linguine with all the right ingredients. Red pepper flakes for a little kick, tomato and basil for some fresh flavors, white wine and parmesan to seal the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

As featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, the famous mac and cheese from Sweetie Pie's.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The microwave makes this classic-style lasagna a breeze

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Patrick Swayze is famous for his dance moves in Dirty Dancing and for this creamy chicken and penne pasta dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The splash of balsamic vinegar and pinch of sugar in the tomato and macaroni dish makes all the difference.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a tangy tomato-based sauce create this crock pot version of beefaroni.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This simple dish is made with your choice of pasta, garlic, olive oil, and lots of fresh Parmesan cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

You can have this Olive Garden copycat meal on the table in no time. Angel hair pasta tossed with a quick tomato-basil sauce makes an easy Italian dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Think of tuna romanoff as an updated tuna casserole. It's rich and creamy with mushrooms and sour cream and topped off with romano cheese.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Change up your lasagna routine. Not only does this twist on traditional lasagna turn them into pasta roll-ups, it can also be made ahead of time and frozen.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This might just be some of the creamiest alfredo you've ever had. It has a rich sauce that perfectly coats the thick noodles. Could easily add in chicken too for a heartier...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

It's tough to beat pasta for a quick dinner. This pasta with half and half, butter and parmesan doesn't mess around. Use good quality parmesan and prepare to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Layered Mac 'n Cheese with Ground Beef: Because why settle for one layer of comfort when you can have three?


Time:   30-60 minutes

This copycat lasagna is loaded with Fontina, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Parmesan and Romano cheeses

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Pasta and cooked shrimp are tossed with a rich sauce made with butter, cream, garlic, oregano, basil and Parmesan cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A quick fix for a busy day. Browned ground beef is mixed with Alfredo sauce and penne pasta for a delicious dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Buttered noodles baked with eggs, onion, and sour cream make this classic kugel. Perfect as part of a holiday spread, or whenever the kugel craving strikes you.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Boneless chicken is slow cooked with dry Italian salad dressing mix, mushroom soup, white wine, and cream cheese and served over angel hair pasta.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Angel hair pasta is tossed with a sauce made with crab, onion, garlic, tomatoes, lemon juice, and wine.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cream of mushroom is a fail-safe hack for all sorts of creamy casseroles and other creations, so why not mac n' cheese? It's a marvelous baked mac, especially with that...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Your favorite chili flavors mixed into a crock pot spaghetti recipe. It's made with ground beef, tomato juice, onions, chili powder, cheese, and spaghetti noodles.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Mueller's, a well known brand of pasta, created this classic lasagna recipe made with layers of pasta, beef, sauce, and cheese.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A penne for your thoughts... how does pasta with scallops sound tonight? Sounds like a million bucks with a bottle of white.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A delicious spaghetti dinner, baked in a casserole for convenience.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with dried basil, olive oil, garlic, shrimp, clam juice or chicken broth, white wine, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A Mexican-flavored twist on American-style goulash. Pasta, ground beef, and vegetables are are simmered in a spiced tomato sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Just because it's easy doesn't mean it's not delicious! The fresh ingredients make all the difference.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Simple butter-sauteed shrimp is mixed with cheese tortellini and Parmesan cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

White wine, garlic, and mushrooms add a deep flavor to this chicken pasta dish that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy dinner made with seasoned chicken, spaghetti, pasta sauce, and topped with Parmesan cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't mess with a southerner's mac and cheese. This recipe is a classic baked version that is creamy and cheesy.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The shrimp carbonara made with shrimp and penne pasta in a rich Romano cheese sauce isn't on the menu anymore at Mama Melrose's but you can...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with romano cheese, black pepper, salt, tortellini, red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, olive oil, onion, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This creamy salmon and pasta is an easy weeknight meal, ready in under 15 minutes. The salmon is cooked and tossed with pasta and peas in a creamy sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cream of chicken soup provides an awesome shortcut for a rich pasta dish that doesn't require an oven. Cheesy and easy.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

A tasteful pasta dish that's hardly more difficult than just cooking pasta. The shrimp cooks in a butter-white wine mixture while the linguine is boiling and before you know it...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Use up leftover cooked chicken in this simple casserole dish made with spiral pasta, mayo, mixed veggies, and cheddar cheese.

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy Asian-style side dish made with fresh veggies and vermicelli pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lasagna pasta, whole peeled tomatoes, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, onion, ground beef, basil, garlic, oregano

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

If you love a rich and creamy mac and cheese then you'll love this copycat version from the Horseradish Grill

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Mac n' cheese, topped with more cheese in a parmesan herb crust? That's some next level cooking right there.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Making pasta in Jack Daniel's sauce is an easy way to add some extra flavor. This recipe is perfect for those who like their pasta with a little bit of a bite!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cheesy spaghetti bakes are a great alternative to lasagna. Mozzarella, cottage cheese, and parmesan make up a trifecta that keeps the meaty pasta bake plenty creamy.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

After making spaghetti this way you'll never go back to traditional methods! The entire recipe is made in the pressure cooker - it doesn't get much easier than that.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cold noodles with spicy peanut dressing make for an absolute treat. Sesame oil, ginger and soy sauce give the peanut sauce a rich, irresistible asian flair.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This creamy, cheesy chicken spaghetti can be made in the crock pot or baked in the oven.

Method:   stovetop, oven, crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

There's nothing like a plate of beautifully coated pasta, and this curly cavatappi covered in a creamy melange of lemon, tomato, and parmesan tastes as good as it...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Linguini and clams is nothing new, but red sauce adds a twist to the classic. Plenty of fresh-grated parmesan and basil keeps the dish light enough to still serve with a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cheesy? Check. Creamy? Check. Just like Boston Market's famous mac and cheese? Make this copycat recipe and let the kudos roll in.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Also called penne alla vodka, this rich sauce gets its pink color from the combination of tomatoes and cream. The vodka helps enhance the flavors in this popular recipe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This old-fashioned macaroni and cheese is creamy but not overly rich.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A rich and creamy chicken fettuccine recipe for a crowd. You can substitute asparagus or green peas for the broccoli if desired.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

What do you get when you mix tomatoes, fresh basil, and olive oil? The start to a great pasta dish! A little garlic, red pepper and cheese get you the rest of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Tortellini is baked with chicken, mushrooms, and Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

There's nothing quite like a classic mac and cheese recipe, and this baked old-fashioned recipe is the perfect example of why this dish is so beloved.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cooked couscous is combined with sauteed zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, carrots, onion, garlic, and lots of flavorful spices.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These noodles may be named after Mardi Gras, but you can make them any time of the year to keep the party going! Andouille sausage and shrimp combine...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best. This dish combines fettuccine pasta with fresh herbs, lots of butter, and Parmesan cheese for an easy pasta side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Craving a little Italian food? This recipe for spaghetti with homemade meatballs is ready in under 15 minutes.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

A big, cheesy pasta bake is a foolproof way to feed a hungry family. Adding in a rainbow of bell pepper slices makes it a bit more interesting than your standard baked ziti.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Broccoli mac' n cheese isn't just a way to make a decadent dish healthier by sneaking in a cruciferous green, it's also a killer flavor combo. A cheesy duo...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Tremendously versatile pasta dish. Not only can you throw in whatever veggies are fresh and in season, you can work this into either a main course or a bright side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes