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We have created for you a selection of recipes with photos from national cuisines of the whole world, so you can cook different pasta dishes every day. Thanks to them, you'll learn how to make casseroles, simple side dishes, main courses With pasta or spaghettiWe'll reveal some secrets to you as we go. Italian pastes and French Ravioli. You'll learn how to make homemade noodles, as well as delicious pasta dishes in the oven. Now you can surprise your family with true culinary masterpieces using a simple set of ingredients. And this collection will help you do just that. recipe collection, which has a variety of pasta dishes.





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Homemade pasta recipes

Homemade Chinese noodles

Homemade Chinese noodles

Noodles have a 4,000-year history in China, and to this day they remain a staple in Chinese cuisine, especially in the northern regions.

Potato gnocchi

Potato gnocchi

You'll be surprised how easy this recipe makes gnocchi, the Italian potato dumplings typically eaten with pesto, tomato sauce, or...

Jamie Oliver's Homemade Pasta

Jamie Oliver's Homemade Pasta

All it takes to make perfect pasta dough is simple ingredients and a little love....

Homemade Italian Pappardelle Pasta Dough

Homemade Italian Pappardelle Pasta Dough

Pappardelle is a traditional Italian flat, wide pasta from Tuscany made with flour, semolina, and eggs. Ingredients...

Italian Ravioli with Egg Yolk (Uova da Raviolo)

Italian Ravioli with Egg Yolk (Uova da Raviolo)

Egg yolk ravioli are nothing more than single large ravioli filled with a soft-boiled egg, placed inside a cheese filling...

Jamie Oliver's Homemade Yolk Pasta

Jamie Oliver's Homemade Yolk Pasta

A foolproof pasta dough recipe using egg yolks for extra-silky, velvety noodles. Use this dough by rolling it out...

Homemade spaetzle

Homemade spaetzle

Spätzle is a pasta dish with a Swabian flavor. In this region of Germany, it's traditionally served as a side dish with meat, vegetables, and various...

Turkish Manti

Turkish Manti

Although manti are popular among many cultures, their shape, preparation method, and presentation vary across regions. Modern...

Homemade ricotta ravioli

Homemade ricotta ravioli

Italian ravioli has been a traditional home-cooked dish since at least the 14th century. The process of making this square pasta...

Pumpkin paste

Pumpkin paste

Homemade pumpkin pasta recipe...

Dumplings filled with fava beans, pine nuts, and mint

Dumplings filled with fava beans, pine nuts, and mint
Dough for homemade Italian pasta

Dough for homemade Italian pasta
Homemade Tortellini Pasta

Homemade Tortellini Pasta

Make your own tortellini. Italian tortelli are similar to dumplings, but are most often filled with cheese. This dish is a favorite...

Homemade pumpkin ravioli

Homemade pumpkin ravioli

Homemade ravioli with pumpkin filling and spinach dough....

Homemade spaghetti pasta dough

Homemade spaghetti pasta dough

Spaghetti, which originated in Italy, has long been loved and prepared all over the world. Countless sauces have been created for it. And although all the necessary...

Homemade ravioli

Homemade ravioli

Making homemade ravioli from scratch isn't as difficult as it seems, especially if you have a pasta machine. It will help you get perfectly smooth dough...

Cuttlefish Ink Pasta Dough

Cuttlefish Ink Pasta Dough

Pasta with ink is a popular dish. Chef Anne Burrell adapted the recipe and made homemade pasta in a wine-tomato sauce. If you...

Gnocchi with ricotta

Gnocchi with ricotta

These ricotta gnocchi are a delicious cheesy alternative to traditional potato gnocchi. Instead of potatoes, the dough is filled with a generous helping of...

Homemade gnocchi

Homemade gnocchi

Making gnocchi from scratch can be a daunting and time-consuming task, but you'll know it's all worth it once you taste these...

Newdie with spinach and ricotta

Newdie with spinach and ricotta

Gnudi are round Italian dumplings made with ricotta and spinach. They are lighter and fluffier than gnocchi and are sometimes called "naked..."

Spätzle

Spätzle

Spaetzle are a cross between noodles and dumplings, a side dish in Eastern European cuisine consisting of small, boiled pieces of dough. If you've ever...

dumplings

dumplings

These fragrant dumplings are filled with a whole bouquet of aromatic herbs. After boiling in water or steaming, they turn out plump and tender. Add them to soup,...

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Collections of pasta and macaroni dishes

50 Pasta Recipes

50 Pasta Recipes

Choose a sauce and try a new pasta recipe for dinner....

Instant Ramen Noodle Recipes

Instant Ramen Noodle Recipes

Ramen noodles are incredibly versatile: you can use them in soups, desserts, and even pizza. Here are some of our favorites...

Healthy pasta dishes

Healthy pasta dishes

A collection of healthy lunch pasta recipes from chefs Anne Burrell, Giada De Laurentiis, and Ellie Krieger.

Pasta Recipes for Spring Dinners

Pasta Recipes for Spring Dinners

These quick and easy pasta recipes are full of fresh flavors....

26 Best Gnocchi Recipes for Dinner Everyone Will Love

26 Best Gnocchi Recipes for Dinner Everyone Will Love

Having a pasta night and want to try something new? Fluffy and tender gnocchi are a great choice. These recipes will satisfy your carb cravings—and...

50 Mac and Cheese Recipes

50 Mac and Cheese Recipes

Chefs offer dozens of new ways to prepare your favorite dinner....

13 Chinese Dumpling Recipes Worth Mastering

13 Chinese Dumpling Recipes Worth Mastering

Dumplings are an integral part of Chinese cuisine and a true "comfort food." These recipes include both traditional and modified versions....

The Best Pasta Casserole Recipes

The Best Pasta Casserole Recipes

Here we've collected recipes for delicious baked pasta dishes from your favorite chefs....

Pasta casserole: cooking options

Pasta casserole: cooking options

Create your own casserole: this step-by-step recipe offers thousands of possibilities!...

The best rice noodle recipes

The best rice noodle recipes

Quick and easy to prepare, these elegant rice noodles make a wonderful addition to soups, salads, and other dishes.

Pasta recipes for summer dinners

Pasta recipes for summer dinners

Choose from the easiest and most delicious summer pasta dishes from chefs....

72 Macaroni and Cheese Recipes That Are Absolute Perfection

72 Macaroni and Cheese Recipes That Are Absolute Perfection

There's no wrong way to cook macaroni and cheese. You can cook it on the stovetop until tender, bake it until golden, or...

How to match pasta to sauces

How to match pasta to sauces

Pasta of various shapes can generally be grouped into a few basic categories. Find out how they differ and which sauces pair best with them...

The most popular pasta recipes

The most popular pasta recipes

When you're craving carbs, try one of our best pasta recipes. Calling all carb lovers: When you're craving carbs, nothing beats...

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All recipes with pasta and macaroni


Quick and easy one-pot dinner recipes

Quick and easy one-pot dinner recipes

Some days you can cook a multi-course meal, but sometimes you don't even have time to order restaurant delivery. In this case,

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Lasagna with meat sauce and salamiViews: 1,055

This cowboy lasagna is Trisha Yearwood's favorite comfort food, which she regularly makes for family and friends. It contains more different meats than the original lasagna. In addition to the traditional...

Lasagna pasta, ground sausage, fried tomatoes, meat sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, ground beef, oregano, pepperoni sausage, salami, tomato paste...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 12 Caloric content: 773
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Roasted Butternut Squash LasagnaViews: 1 214
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This vegetarian lasagna with roasted butternut squash, creamy béchamel sauce, and bubbly cheese is just what you need when you're craving comfort food with seasonal ingredients. It's also another...

Lasagna pasta, butternut squash, onion, milk, fontina cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, nutmeg, sage...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 473
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
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Lasagna with meat on coalsViews: 868

If you find homemade ricotta near your campsite, you now have the perfect recipe for a camping trip. Lasagna is easy to make right in the pot, something many people never even dream of, but what...

Lasagna pasta, kupaty (fried sausages), ricotta cheese, tomato sauce, Italian seasonings, mozzarella cheese, eggs...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 975
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Lasagna with minced meat and béchamel sauceViews: 1,224

The best white lasagna is made with layers of tender noodles, white meat Bolognese, creamy béchamel, and plenty of mozzarella and Parmesan. This recipe has it all. So, you won't even...

Lasagna pasta, minced sausage, milk, nutmeg, thyme, celery, bay leaf, black pepper, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, white wine...
Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 1149
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Lasagna with farm minced meatViews: 972

Everyone loves lasagna. It's the perfect dish for feeding a crowd, especially when you're planning a potluck. But most of us save the recipe for special occasions because...

lasagna pasta, ground beef, marinara sauce, balsamic vinegar, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 601
35 recipes for storing food for future use

35 recipes for storing food for future use

We've put together recipes for preparing food for the whole week: from ingredients for salads and grain bowls to delicious full-fledged meals

Simple winter side dish recipes

Simple winter side dish recipes

Instead of the usual steamed vegetables, try interesting vegetable side dishes from chefs.

50 Winter Recipes for Weekday Dinners

50 Winter Recipes for Weekday Dinners

There's nothing better than cozying up on a cold winter evening with a delicious, warming home-cooked meal. These recipes will help you prepare a hearty dinner.

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Spaghetti in a creamy sauce with cheeseViews: 985

Move over, spaghetti! Your larger cousin, spaghettoni, is gaining popularity. While spaghettoni is only slightly thicker than regular spaghetti, the extra width helps it absorb more flavors,...

Spaghetti pasta, green onions, garlic, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, oregano...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 455
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
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Filipino-style spaghettiViews: 896

"In our family of three children, pasta was our favorite dinner, especially Filipino spaghetti, which my mother made. Today, I cook this pasta with a touch of nostalgia for my childhood...

Ground pork, tomato sauce, spaghetti pasta, cheddar cheese...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 921
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Macaroni and Cheese Casserole in Potato BasketsViews: 681

What to make for breakfast: hash browns or macaroni and cheese? With this recipe, you won't have to choose! Get two-in-one meals in individual bowls that are easy to share and serve. To make it, you'll...

Potatoes, pasta, ground cayenne pepper, nutmeg, breadcrumbs, cheese, milk, green onions...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 273
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
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Pan-fried veal piccata with white wineViews: 885

Thin veal chops are dredged in flour and egg, then fried to a delicious golden brown and served with a wonderfully tart butter, caper, and white wine sauce. This is...

spaghetti pasta, veal, white wine, capers, parsley...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1040
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
Author: - culinary writer
Beef Stroganoff with Mushrooms in a Frying PanViews: 1 249

"Whenever I think of the foods I loved as a child in the 1970s, beef stroganoff is the first thing that comes to mind," says Ree Drummond. "It's so delicious! Beef stroganoff is the perfect combination..."

Egg noodles, beef, champignon mushrooms, carrots, Dijon mustard, brandy, starch...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 421
90 Delicious Weekday Fall Dinners

90 Delicious Weekday Fall Dinners

Liven up your weekday routine with simple dinners that are perfect for the fall season. From oven-baked pasta and pork chops to

The Best Pasta Casserole Recipes

The Best Pasta Casserole Recipes

Here we've collected recipes for delicious baked pasta dishes from your favorite chefs.

Autumn dishes for entertaining

Autumn dishes for entertaining

Throw a party or a get-together with friends—when the weather starts to get chilly, that's exactly what autumn calls for.

Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
Author: - famous chef
Beef Teriyaki in a Pan with SpaghettiViews: 1,073

This easy-to-make Japanese teriyaki dish is made with beef, green onions, edamame, ginger, garlic, and spaghetti. To achieve the pleasant nutty flavor that's so...

Spaghetti pasta, beef, edamame beans, green onions, ginger root, teriyaki sauce...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 718
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Bird, .
Author: - culinary writer
Chicken Lasagna with Enchilada SauceViews: 812

In this recipe from Ree Drummond, Italian cuisine meets Mexican. An incredible combination of lasagna and enchilada, or lasagna with enchilada flavor… Call it what you will, this simple recipe...

Lasagna pasta, chili seasoning, cumin, garlic powder, chicken breasts, ricotta cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, tomato sauce...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 668
Author: - culinary writer
Fettuccine noodles with peppersViews: 789

Ree Drummond adds six types of peppers to her fettuccine noodles in a creamy tequila sauce: bell peppers, baby peppers, poblanos, jalapeños, black peppers, and chipotles, which add a smoky, spicy kick.

fettuccine pasta, bell pepper, poblano pepper, broth, cream, adobo sauce, cilantro, tequila...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 902
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Carbonara with spaghetti and baconViews: 726

As Mark Murphy says, "Spaghetti carbonara is something anyone can make." Mix eggs with pepper and Parmesan, then add hot spaghetti and stir until the eggs are cooked through and...

spaghetti pasta, parmesan cheese, black pepper, eggs, bacon...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 573
Author: - culinary writer
Pasta with pumpkin and baconViews: 842

Ree Drummond takes comfort food to a whole new level with this pasta recipe with bacon and butternut squash. She masterfully combines contrasting flavors to create...

Bucatini pasta, butternut squash, red onion, sun-dried tomatoes, kale, thyme, garlic, pine nuts, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, white wine, basil, bacon...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 588
31 Mother's Day Dinner Ideas

31 Mother's Day Dinner Ideas

Send Mom off to rest and prepare a festive dinner for her. Our main course and side dish recipes will help you do just that!

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Pumpkin Ravioli with SageViews: 871
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These delicious ravioli are literally filled with pumpkin: it's added not only to the filling but also to the dough. To highlight this, use a cookie cutter to cut out pumpkin-shaped ravioli.

All-purpose flour, pumpkin puree, shallots, garlic, sour cream, eggs, Parmesan cheese, sage...
Time: 1 hour 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 554
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Spaghetti with ricotta and lemonViews: 1 138

This creamy pasta combines the bright flavor of lemon with the peppery notes of arugula. When you're done cooking the pasta, don't discard all the cooking water. Reserve some of the starchy liquid to thin...

spaghetti pasta, ricotta cheese, lemon zest, arugula...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 598
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Fish, .
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Scallops in Lemon-Garlic Butter "Scallops Scampi"Views: 980

This American restaurant dish, "Scampi," made with a garlic, lemon, and parsley butter sauce, substitutes scallops for shrimp. The dish is prepared in the same way...

scallops, spaghetti pasta, lemon juice, parsley, garlic...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 539
Author: - singer, author of cookbooks
Fettuccine with chicken in creamy Alfredo sauceViews: 1 108

Fettuccine pasta in a creamy Alfredo sauce with chicken and Parmesan is a quick and delicious dish the whole family will love. It's ready in just half an hour and is perfect for a mid-morning meal.

fettuccine pasta, chicken breasts, parmesan cheese, cream, parsley, flour, garlic...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 1012
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Konkuksu (Korean-Style Cold Somen Noodles with Soy Milk)Views: 2 204

Noodles in chilled soy milk broth are one of the most popular summer dishes in Korea. Fresh soy milk has a nutty, slightly sweet, and subtle flavor that pairs well with...

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Time: 12 hours 50 minutes (including soaking and cooling time) Complexity: average Servings: 4 Caloric content: 596
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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10-Layer Lasagna BologneseViews: 713

"This lasagna from Italy's Emilia-Romagna region has cured many a troubled soul here in the States. As delicious as the original version is, my layered, vegetable-filled lasagna...

Ground beef, marinara sauce, lasagna pasta, nutmeg, zucchini, basil, Parmesan cheese...
Time: 1 hour 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 654
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Bread, .
Author: - chef
Sweet fresh fettuccineViews: 731

Sweet pasta is perfect for breakfast. Sweet tooths and children alike will love it. Prepare fresh fettuccine pasta according to Giada De Laurentiis' recipe, boil it, and toss it in a sweet, creamy...

premium flour, eggs, hazelnuts, orange zest, honey...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 953
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Nyudi with chard and tomatoesViews: 569

Do you love gnocchi? Then try gnudi, a delicate Italian dumpling similar to gnocchi but made with ricotta instead of potato. Add Swiss chard to the gnudi mixture...

All-purpose flour, Swiss chard, ricotta cheese, lemon zest, cherry tomatoes...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 560
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Lasagna with Swiss chardViews: 531

This vegetarian lasagna has no meat sauce, but it's loaded with juicy Swiss chard and four types of cheese—ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, and Asiago—that add a unique flavor...

Lasagna pasta, Swiss chard, ricotta cheese, eggs, cream, asiago cheese, mozzarella cheese, basil...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 796
50 Easy Dinner Recipes Everyone Will Love

50 Easy Dinner Recipes Everyone Will Love

Who said cooking at home requires a lot of effort? We offer simple recipes that will help you prepare dinner in less than an hour, starting

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Corn mac'n'cheeseViews: 467

Creamy corn infuses this pasta casserole with a deliciously sweet flavor that's perfectly complemented by a little hot sauce. Hot sauce is optional...

pasta, corn, cheddar cheese, milk...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 885
Author: - culinary writer
Mac and cheese with truffleViews: 766

When it comes to adding a special twist to classic pasta dishes, no one does it better than Ina Garten. This mac 'n' cheese casserole is made with Gruyere cheese, two types of mushrooms, a little...

Cavatappi pasta, champignon mushrooms, truffle oil, milk, nutmeg, Gruyere cheese...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 1026
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Penne in a goat cheese sauce with sweet roasted garlicViews: 478

The secret ingredient in this dish is roasted garlic. It infuses the creamy goat cheese and Parmesan sauce with a rich, sweet and spicy flavor. Toss the hot, cooked penne pasta into the sauce and...

penne pasta, black pepper, goat cheese, milk, white wine, garlic, parsley...
Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 678
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Sweet potato gnocchiViews: 788

Traditional Italian gnocchi are made with mashed potatoes, but why not play with flavors and replace the regular potatoes with sweet potatoes? Savory Parmesan, thyme, and nutmeg...

premium flour, thyme, nutmeg, sweet potato, gnocchi...
Time: 1 hour 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 468
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
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Pasta with braised lambViews: 759

Lamb shanks are perfect for a long, spiced braise in port. The meat is juicy, flavorful, and literally falls apart. Shred it with two forks, mix with...

lamb, port, cloves, cinnamon, egg noodles...
Time: 3 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Author: - culinary writer
Super Spicy Mac and CheeseViews: 678

Everyone loves macaroni and cheese for its wonderfully creamy flavor, but sometimes it's missing a little extra kick. So, for those who like it hot, Ree Drummond suggests adding...

Pasta, cheese sauce, processed cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, milk, hot sauce, chili pepper...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 415
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Fish, .
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Pasta with shrimp scampiViews: 719

The main advantage of this pasta is that everything is cooked in one large pan. All ingredients are added one at a time, according to their cooking time, and you don't even have to boil the pasta...

linguine pasta, shrimp, thyme, basil, white wine...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 678
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
Author: - TV presenter
Pappardelle in a Quick Bolognese SauceViews: 836

For a quick Bolognese sauce for pasta, try this recipe from Sunny Anderson. You'll need store-bought pre-made patties from the convenience food section, pizza sauce, a little...

pappardelle pasta, cream, nutmeg...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 419
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Tex-Mex-Style Mac and Cheese in a SkilletViews: 597

This mac 'n' cheese version is made right in a cast-iron skillet in the oven or on the grill. No extra pans required! All you need is store-bought cooked pasta. Combine it with seared beef...

Ground beef, macaroni, cheese, green onions, chili pepper, cumin, marinara sauce...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 621
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Author: - TV presenter
The simplest beef stroganoff with ravioliViews: 487

Enjoy all the flavors of classic beef stroganoff in a completely new, incredible take from Sunny Anderson. Ingeniously simple! Boil beef and mushroom ravioli and serve with a quick...

ravioli, cream cheese...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 488

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