Recipes for main courses using pasta

This version of American mac 'n' cheese is lighter, yet still incredibly creamy and cheesy. The sauce is made with skim milk and low-fat sour cream, and the low-fat...

The highlight of this vegetarian lasagna is the baked cauliflower. It can be used as a filling on its own, replacing meat, or added to the cheese filling along with ricotta...

This is an American homemade casserole traditionally made with canned goods: a can of soup, a can of tuna, a can of green peas, a box of pasta, and a bag of chips for topping. This improved...

You don't need to prepare a separate side dish to serve American goulash. Unlike the classic European version, it's prepared right along with the pasta. It's a delicious blend of egg noodles and chunks of meat...

The main ingredients of this lasagna are portobello mushrooms, kale, ricotta, and low-fat mozzarella. These ingredients make the dish healthy and low-calorie, yet...

Unlike traditional layered lasagna, this version of the casserole is prepared in the form of rolls of noodles with a cheese and mushroom filling, laid out in an even layer in a baking dish, covered with tomato sauce and...

Fettuccine Alfredo is one of the most popular and beloved Italian dishes. It's irresistible to taste pasta in a thick, creamy sauce of butter and Parmesan. However, the traditional...

Drunken noodles, or pad keemao, are a popular Thai dish prepared using the stir-fry technique. The noodles are alcohol-free and likely got their name from their quick and easy...

This pesto sauce replaces traditional basil with a blend of asparagus, parsley, and mint, creating a milder, refreshing flavor that's perfect for dressing pasta.

Homemade mac 'n' cheese casserole, made with pasta smothered in a rich, cheesy sauce, is always delicious. But it's even more delicious when topped with crispy bacon. Mix together the cooked...

This cheesy orzo pasta is quick and easy to make in just one pot, making it a delicious breakfast or dinner side dish. Sautéed onions and garlic, along with grated...

This thick and rich meat sauce will complement not only spaghetti but any pasta. The ingredients listed in this recipe make a large batch, some of which you can freeze if...

This chicken pasta is a more casual take on Mediterranean pasta. Instead of seafood, it uses thinly sliced ​​chicken breast, which, like...

Try this delicious Asian-inspired dish. It's a perfect combination of chicken, shiitake mushrooms, edamame beans, spices, vegetables, udon noodles, and a wonderful sauce that coats and soaks everything up.

This delicious Asian noodle dish takes no more than 20 minutes to prepare. Thinly sliced ​​chicken is sautéed with garlic and ginger, then tossed in a pan with noodles, grated carrots,...

These Chinese noodles take just half an hour to prepare, as they're made with mushrooms, vegetables, and shrimp that cook in minutes, making them a perfect after-work dinner...

Spaghetti pie is all the best of Italian pasta, but in a dense, beautifully served pie that's loved by both adults and children. To make it, you'll...

Chinese baozi buns are steamed with yeast dough and fillings, resulting in a tender, airy bun with a juicy interior. This recipe for baozi buns is filled with pork, removed from the...

Instead of traditional beef, this meat sauce uses ground turkey. Bolognese is healthier while retaining the same flavor everyone loves, because in addition to the ground turkey, it also contains...

The name of the traditional Neapolitan pasta, "Aglio e olio," can be translated as "garlic and oil." These are the main ingredients of this simple yet delicious Italian dish. A pack of spaghetti...

American chop suey is a popular home-style dish from the New England region. It's unrelated to the Chinese stew of the same name and is more reminiscent of an Italian pasta dish. American chop suey...

Pad Thai is a classic Thai dish loved far beyond Southeast Asia. Rice noodles are first soaked in water until softened. Then, they are pan-fried with...

American goulash is a simple and hearty home-cooked dish made in one pot. The classic American goulash recipe includes macaroni, ground beef, canned or...

This Italian pasta is quick and easy to prepare, and its amazing flavor comes from a clever combination of ingredients: juicy spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, Asiago cheese, and Parmesan cheese—it's...

To prepare this Italian-style dish, peeled shrimp are sautéed in vegetable oil with onions, garlic, tomatoes, and a splash of white wine. After the wine...

With spring just around the corner and summer approaching, the best way to celebrate is with a delicious, succulent pasta with green vegetables. Fresh asparagus, green peas, and green onions make a wonderful...

This dish is especially delicious because it's completely homemade. You don't need a special pasta machine to make cavatelli; it's easy to shape using common tools, such as...

This salad is full of refreshing flavor from mint, basil, and a vinaigrette, making it perfect for summer. Light and nutritious, it's packed with protein and juicy vegetables. Boiled pasta...

Making authentic Italian pasta doesn't always require special ingredients. Spaghetti "Aglio e Olio" is proof of this. It's made with the simplest ingredients—macaroni, garlic,...

This lasagna, in addition to the meat ragout, features fried mushrooms and zucchini sautéed with garlic. The flavor is multifaceted, and the dish itself is very juicy. The meat component...

This version of traditional Italian fettuccine Alfredo is especially delicious, more filling, and incredibly easy to make! The pasta is served in a creamy sauce and topped with fried shrimp, and...

If you're in the mood for something Italian, try penne alla vodka, or penne in vodka sauce. It's quick to prepare and requires only a few ingredients...

The sauce for this pasta is made with natural Italian sausage, both spicy and sweet, for a more complex flavor. The fried sausage is cut into pieces and simmered in tomato sauce, then...

This creamy Italian pasta is made with just fettuccine, butter, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Cooked pasta is simply tossed with a hot cream sauce and freshly grated cheese,...

Italian cavatelli pasta, most often made with broccoli, is an example of a simple yet delicious and healthy Mediterranean dish that can be prepared in minutes. The pasta's distinctive flavor...

Ziti casserole is a popular Italian-American home-cooked dish that will delight any pasta lover. The main ingredient is ziti pasta, or tubes. Boiled until just tender, the pasta...

In this mac 'n' cheese recipe, Ree Drummond uses only one type of cheese for the sauce—aged cheddar—which turns into a wonderfully gooey treat that coats the macaroni cones. Dry...

Vegetarian pasta is a great way to enjoy all the health benefits, juiciness, and variety of vegetables. It's delicious and filling. Cajun seasoning adds a special flavor and piquancy to the dish. In...

This pasta is literally bursting with juicy spring vegetables: crisp young radishes, tender green peas, fresh spinach, and fragrant herbs. All of this is tossed in a pan with boiled, wide-leaf...

Spring is artichoke season, and delicious dishes featuring them are sure to please. This penne pasta recipe is made with fresh, small artichokes, and below you'll find detailed instructions on how to clean and prepare them for cooking.

Enjoy the spring-like richness and vibrant appearance of this dish, inspired by the famous Primavera pasta recipe. Instead of pasta, potato gnocchi are used. They...

Large pasta shells stuffed with a cheese filling are a filling, delicious, and beautiful Italian-style dish perfect for both holidays and everyday meals. Prepared...