Pasta Recipes

Made with parmesan cheese, spaghetti pasta, egg, mozzarella string cheese, bread crumbs, pasta sauce, ground beef, onion, salt, dried oregano

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

It may be basic, but it's also delicious! Your choice of cheese is mixed with a homemade white sauce and cooked macaroni and then baked until heated through.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Butter sauteed mushrooms with parsley, white wine, and cream go perfect over pasta. There's wine in the creamy pasta sauce, so you might as well enjoy a glass on the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Scallops are quickly pan-seared then mixed with cooked linguine in a bacon-parmesan-cream sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Butter and fresh sage help turn some roasted butternut squash into a deliciously savory filling. These ravioli make an excellent vegetarian dish, or can be paired with...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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A saucy skillet of linguini and fresh clams is as tasty as it is stunning, and all you need to turn it into a chic, full-out spread is a loaf of good bread and a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A sauteed blend of carrot, onion, and zucchini is mixed with couscous for a tasty and quick side dish that goes well with a variety of other dishes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

All you need to do for this 2-step mac and cheese recipe is boil your pasta, then mix in your sauce and cheese for a delicious dish that's ready to go on the table in just 20...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The larger Israeli couscous gives this recipe a similar texture to risotto made with arborio rice but with a reduced cooking time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Tortellini con panna is a delicious Italian dish made with tortellini in a cream (panna) sauce. It's perfect for a special occasion or date night.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Two kinds of Italian sausage are mixed with pasta, tomatoes, onion, red pepper, zucchini and eggplant.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with garlic, onion, frozen, chopped spinach, tomato, fresh basil, salt, dried basil, black pepper, heavy whipping cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Make-ahead lasagna is an absolute lifesaver for having company over. This cheesy sausage and ground beef masterpiece goes from fridge to oven in no time.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

The meaty, Italian-seasoned sauce comes together in the time it takes to boil water and make pasta, so it really it as fast as it gets.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Creamy fettuccine alfredo is always a winner, but have you tried it with seafood? Bay scallops and vegetables turn this dish into something special.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you've got a slow-cooker addiction, lasagna is the next dish you can tackle in your crockpot. Not just any lasagna, either--creamy chicken alfredo lasagna.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This pasta bake with ricotta, Italian sausage, and marinara topped off with Romano and basil is sure to become a family favorite.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Not the fanciest mac and cheese, but it is delicious comfort food. The twist on this recipe is that it includes bacon, tomatoes, and cream of mushroom soup.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Savory, broth-cooked orzo with lemon and dill is a great quick lunch or side dish to have in your repertoire.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black olives, feta cheese, pasta, olive oil, garlic, fresh spinach

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Comfort food pasta! Penne with smoked sausage and peas, baked in a creamy sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella and crispy fried onions.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

As classic-o as it gets. Spaghetti and meatballs is a failsafe way to impress a date (or a family), especially with a nice glass of wine. If you really want extra...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with chicken broth, orzo pasta, butter, onion, mushrooms, marsala wine, heavy cream, fontina cheese, mozzarella cheese, peas

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Bucatini pasta is mixed with a sauce made with pancetta, onion, crushed red pepper, garlic, tomatoes, white wine, parsley, and topped with Parmesan cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, black olives, plum tomatoes, pasta, olive oil, red onion, garlic, artichoke hearts, feta cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Chicken, bell peppers, celery, onion, and garlic are simmered in salsa and served over pasta to make a delicious and simple dinner

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cayenne, shrimp, cheese tortellini, butter or margarine, garlic, dry sherry, half & half, cream or condensed skim milk...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, dried oregano, dried basil, frozen cheese ravioli, butter, garlic, fresh parsley, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with couscous, olive oil, garlic, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, red onion, fresh oregano, fresh mint, feta cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Lasagna is a perfect canvas for drawing up all sorts of changes to the traditional recipes such as this Mediterranean twist.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Ground beef, onion, pasta, tomatoes, mushrooms, and seasonings are all cooked in one dish - making this recipe easy to make (and clean up after)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Agnolotti is stuffed squares of pasta such as ravioli. This version uses wonton wrappers that are stuffed with a spinach-ricotta filling for an easy pasta fix.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with garlic, onion, mushrooms, carrots, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, plum tomatoes, milk, couscous

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with red chili flakes, milk, butter, flour, Cheddar cheese with horseradish, Fontina cheese, kosher salt, black pepper, fresh basil

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Ham, eggs, and cheese - how can you go wrong? Good parmesan makes a big difference here.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These stuffed manicotti will leave you stuffed too. Pasta filled with a mix of ground beef and mozzarella gets smothered in a tangy tomato herb sauce before being baked in the oven. ...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Alfredo primavera brings balance to two titans of the pasta world. The creaminess of alfredo sauce shines through, but an array of of fresh veggies makes it a more redeeming...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you're in need of a yummy meal that's also easy on the waistline, try this spaghetti dinner. It combines tender turkey meatballs with a rich Madeira sauce for...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, zucchini, olive oil, garlic, all-purpose flour, low-fat milk, Provolone cheese, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

If you love Boca meatless burgers, you're sure to fall for for this lasagna too. It may be vegetarian, but it sure isn't boring.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with asiago cheese, linguine pasta, olive oil, shrimp, garlic, fresh basil, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This meatless lasagna is so packed with veggies that you won't miss the meat. Leeks, peppers, and mushrooms are layered between pasta and a ricotta filling.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with salt and pepper, lemon juice, orzo pasta, tomato, pitted green olives, feta cheese, parsley, fresh chopped dill, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Angel hair pasta is mixed with broccoli, shrimp, and a creamy pesto sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Who knew getting your greens could be this exciting? With the sweetness of mango nectar and a pop of fresh spinach, this dish turns healthy into delightful.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A simple dish prepared by slowly simmering a tomato sauce and then tossing it with cooked rigatoni, fresh basil, and Pecorino Romano cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

The best way to bridge the gap between pasta and salmon? Creamy homemade pesto, of course.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A great puttanesca recipe like this one has all the classic ingredients. Sauteed anchovies for a savory undertone with briney sliced Kalamatas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Delicious fresh-made herby pesto and spaghetti. The perky pesto puts a little twist on traditional, using almonds instead of pine nuts and throwing in some capers.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fix and forget with this easy recipe made with boneless chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic, mushrooms, and fettuccine pasta.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with garlic, broccoli, kosher salt, bell peppers, milk, flour, butter, nutmeg, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with garlic, tomato puree, Italian link sausage, green bell pepper, olive oil, ziti pasta, Parmesan cheese, parsley, marinara sauce, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, garlic and herb spaghetti sauce, manicotti pasta, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, frozen spinach, ground beef

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Paired with a sausage and tomato red sauce and topped with basil, this dish will be a delight on the table as well as the stove.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ham, tomato, chicken stock, cream cheese, frozen peas, dried basil, dried oregano, black pepper, fusilli pasta, Parmesan cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This ravioli with spinach and bacon recipe is a delicious way to get dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This pasta pizza hybrid might make a traditional Italian chef cry, but sometimes new twists with classic ingredients turn out delicious.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Gnocchi is covered in a blanket of simmered tomatoes with a kick of cayenne pepper and sprinkles of thyme.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with garlic, orzo, lemon juice, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Cubed chicken is cooked with warm spices, carrots, and couscous and topped with toasted almonds before serving.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Asian rice stick noodles are tossed with shiitake and oyster or straw mushrooms, napa cabbage, and a sesame-soy sauce dressing and served warm.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This easy dinner just takes minutes to throw together in the crock pot. It's also easy to vary the ingredients. Try a meat-based pasta sauce with cheese ravioli. Or make it a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours