Explore comforting pasta dishes with a twist. From cheesy baked pastas to simple, veggie-forward ones, these pasta dishes are perfect for weeknights or date nights. These tasty creations will leave you asking why you hadn’t tried them sooner, so prepare to be amazed!
3-Ingredient Cacio e Pepe
This classic, three ingredient bucatini cacio e pepe recipe is as authentic and foolproof as it gets (adapted from my neighborhood restaurant and Anthony Bourdain’s favorite in Rome) Delicious pecorino, black pepper and pasta is all you need for a perfect meal for date night.
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Kimchi Mac and Cheese
Love a bowl of good ol’ mac and cheese but want to break up the richness? Voila, a delightful kimchi mac and cheese, where the fermented cheese and kimchi balance each other beautifully and result in a flavor explosion.
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Baked Gouda Mac and Cheese
Indulge in a creamy, delicious homemade baked gouda mac and cheese for the ultimate comfort food! This easy-to-follow recipe has a rich, creamy texture and is ready in just 45 minutes!
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Paccheri al Forno
Paccheri al Forno is a classic Italian pasta bake from Southern Italy. It’s a delicious and easy weeknight meal. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s hearty and ready in under an hour!
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Easy Cheesy Vegetable Lasagna
This easy and delicious vegetable lasagna is meatless and is made with layers of pasta, ricotta cheese, and roasted vegetables. It’s a perfect weeknight meal to make ahead as well, or a great potluck meal.
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Spring Pasta with Peas and Oyster Mushrooms
This delicious spring vegetable pasta is made with a pea shoot pesto and has roasted oyster mushrooms for maximum flavor. Better yet, it only takes 30 minutes! So it really doesn’t get any better!
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Pasta Fresca
This easy pasta fresca recipe has simple but fresh ingredients, and ready in under 30 minutes. That makes this the perfect weeknight dinner for when you want a quick but also hearty and delicious meal on the table.
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Rigatoni Arrabbiata
This rigatoni arrabbiata is a delicious, easy-to-make pasta with fresh tomatoes, garlic and basil. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick weeknight meal that will change your life!
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One Pot Lemon Ricotta Pasta
This classic, easy, one pot lemon ricotta pasta is ready in 15 minutes and is perfect for any occasion – whether a quick weeknight dinner or a dinner party! It’s fresh, light, and delightfully cheesy so it’ll leave you craving more.
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Trenette al Pesto
Originally from the Liguria region, this Trenette al Pesto is a delicious and quick pasta with basil pesto, potatoes and green beans. Hearty and comforting, and deliciously cheesy for when you want something comforting!
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Pasta e Piselli (Pasta with Peas)
Pasta e piselli is a classic Italian pasta dish made with peas and Pecorino cheese. It is a simple and delicious dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta
This creamy sun dried tomato pasta is a delicious, one pot dish ready in just 30 minutes. Loaded with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, ricotta cheese, and parmesan cheese, it’s a perfect tangy and cheesy recipe for any night of the week!
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Penne Pomodoro
This authentic, super easy, and tasty Penne Pomodoro recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal. Plus, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and budget-friendly too!
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Leek and Mushroom Pasta
One pot, light and creamy, leek and mushroom pasta with fresh herbs, ricotta, and parmesan that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
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Broccoli Pesto Pasta
Delicious, 30 minute broccoli pesto pasta with toasted lemon zest, roasted broccoli, and cherry tomatoes. Serve with whipped ricotta for an easy weeknight dinner!
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Jamaican Rasta Pasta
This easy rasta pasta recipe is a mildly spiced pasta, made with fresh and simple ingredients. Ready in just 30 minutes, so this is perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight meal!
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Spicy Vodka Pasta (with or without vodka!)
This spicy vodka pasta is rich, creamy, flavorful, and done in under 30 minutes. The combination of spicy red chili flakes and creamy vodka sauce will surely please everyone at the dinner table.
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Spicy Alfredo Pasta
This spicy Alfredo sauce recipe is perfect for one pot pasta and comes together in just 30 minutes. Made with a creamy red pepper base, and finished off with herbs, so it’s great for weeknight dinners!
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