Recipes for main courses using pasta

This pasta is literally bursting with the bounty of summer: lots of aromatic mushrooms, juicy kale, and corn. Use different types of mushrooms for a more complex flavor, like shiitake and button mushrooms. Everything...

This mac 'n' cheese recipe is filled with a delicious creamy cheese sauce and healthy carrot puree. The highlight is the crispy, spicy topping, which makes the dish even more delicious. This...

Thin bone-in pork loin cutlets are grilled and served with a side of Chinese vegetable dumplings. To infuse the meat with juiciness and a whole bouquet of spicy flavors,...

This Italian pasta in a creamy sauce is prepared using the same technique as traditional risotto, with the only difference being that the rice is replaced with orzo (long-grain rice). The dish is cooked at...

This Mac 'n' Cheese recipe makes a dense casserole that can be cut into neat bars and elegantly served on a plate. The creamy sauce, in addition to...

Enjoy an Asian-inspired dinner at home with this delicious and succulent rice noodle dish with pork and vegetables in a tangy ginger sauce. First, boil the noodles, then cook the whole dish in...

Pad Thai noodles are quick and easy to make at home using Asian ingredients commonly found on European grocery shelves. The star of this dish is...

Mac 'n' cheese, or American-style macaroni and cheese sauce, is a hearty, homemade dish that always lifts the spirits and is a favorite. Both adults and children adore mac 'n' cheese for its...

Make mac 'n' cheese in a thick, rich, and velvety cheese sauce. The sauce includes unsweetened condensed milk, eggs, and grated Havarti and Colby Jack cheeses. Everything is simmered together with a pinch of...

The easiest way to make American mac 'n' cheese is on the stovetop. This recipe makes it almost as creamy, gooey, and delicious as oven-baked, with just a little effort and...

This recipe is a great example of how to quickly and easily serve prepared ingredients as a delicious Italian dish. Store-bought spinach and cheese ravioli are boiled and topped with a tomato sauce,...

Sweet heirloom tomatoes, Italian salami, smoked mozzarella, and fragrant fresh basil infuse this simple dish with a bouquet of vibrant flavors. This pasta requires no...

To serve pasta salad as a unique, bite-sized appetizer, fill small marinated peppadew peppers with it. To make the salad, you'll need small pasta...

Dumplings with shrimp or other seafood can be served with green peas in a creamy Alfredo sauce, or rather, a lighter version, since this sauce, unlike the traditional...

Large shrimp are marinated for a few minutes in a mixture of vegetable oil and red curry paste, grilled, and served with Thai noodles. The dressing adds a vibrant Asian flavor...

Meat pizzaiola is a Neapolitan dish whose name means "meat cooked pizza-style." It typically uses an inexpensive cut of steak, such as skirt steak, which has a rich,...

This complete Asian-style dish of noodles, vegetables, and meatballs is ready in just half an hour. To infuse the meatballs with a wonderful bouquet of tart and spicy flavors, ground beef is mixed with...

This delicious and juicy vegetarian lasagna is made on the stovetop in a skillet and requires no baking. You'll need special pasta sheets that don't require boiling or baking. The rest...

This cheerful salad combines boiled bow-tie pasta with rainbow-colored vegetables: green edamame beans, yellow corn, red bell peppers, and fresh orange carrots. All the ingredients...

Zucchini stuffed with Italian pasta is a hearty side dish that's also perfect as an appetizer. The seeded zucchini halves are first lightly roasted in the oven on medium setting...

In this recipe, you can substitute spaghetti for the Chinese chow mein noodles; it will be just as delicious, because the main ingredient in this dish is an Asian sauce made from peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce,...

This dish will captivate you with its elegant appearance, summery flavors, and rich aromas. The spaghettini are boiled separately and then stirred into the white wine broth in which the clams were cooked...

This simple garden side dish is perfect for weekend meals outdoors. In addition to the pasta itself, it includes seasonal summer vegetables. Feel free to add whatever's growing in your garden...

This dish combines the flavors of authentic Italian pasta: macaroni, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and fresh cheese. Nothing fancy, it's quick and easy to prepare, yet looks exquisite. The pasta sauce...

Save the traditional layered lasagna with meat ragu and tons of cheese for cold winter evenings, and in the summer, this pasta can be turned into a lighter dish filled with healthy, juicy...

The only difference between this salad and traditional Primavera pasta is that it's served chilled and dressed with ranch dressing. The vegetables remain standard: broccoli, cherry tomatoes, green...

This pasta salad, served in a creamy dressing made with sour cream, mayonnaise, and lemon juice, is loaded with the traditional ingredients of the popular American succotash salad: lima beans,...

To make this summer salad, combine cooked pasta (preferably small, like campanelle), tomatoes, green beans, and pan-fried shrimp in a bowl. To make the beans...

Sweet ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves—that's Caprese, the culinary symbol of Italy. And if you add cooked fusilli pasta to this simple mixture, you get...

If you decide to boil ptitim (also known as Israeli couscous) as a side dish with meat, infuse it with magical Eastern flavors and aromas by adding just a few extra ingredients. It will be...

Treat yourself to a sophisticated Mediterranean-style dish that's easy to prepare. Pan-seared scallops are served with lemon orzo pasta,...

The base of this dish is thin Italian capellini (or angel hair) pasta, which takes just a few minutes to prepare, meaning you'll spend less than half an hour making it, including the sauce.

The base of this amazing Asian dish is thin rice noodles, complemented by pieces of tofu, celery, bell pepper, and spices, which give the noodles a unique flavor. While steaming...

Sliced ​​baby zucchini is sautéed with flavorful Italian pancetta, then tossed with cooked pasta shells, grated Parmesan, freshly chopped mint, and lemon...

Make this macaroni and cheese casserole, which will captivate you with its creamy flavor and delicate, creamy texture. Boil the pasta (preferably small, like horns) and mix it with grated...

Pair store-bought potato and onion vareniki with this amazing sauce, creating a delicious homemade dish that's unlike reheated convenience foods. And it's ready in less than...

This vegetarian dish, bursting with vibrant Asian flavors, takes less than half an hour to prepare. A mixture of boiled Chinese egg noodles and blanched...

Treat yourself to a delicious Mediterranean pasta dish that combines the vibrant flavors of vegetables and spicy sausages. Cooked rigatoni pasta is mixed with grilled Italian sausages,...

The classic American dish mac 'n' cheese consists of macaroni and cheese in a creamy cheese sauce, but how delightful it is to complement this cheesy delight with delicious vegetables! The dish immediately sparkles with a variety of...

Vodka sauce, a popular ingredient in Italian-American cuisine, is typically served as an ingredient in the popular penne alla vodka pasta, but the dish becomes even more delicious and filling when made with...

Although corn isn't a traditional ingredient in Italian pasta, it adds an extra summery flavor to the dish without losing its Mediterranean charm. Flat pasta...

Make delicious lemon-poppy seed fettuccine pasta, which also includes thinly sliced ​​zucchini sautéed in garlic butter. This adds a rich, juicy flavor and a wonderful summery...

Vegetables infuse this dish with the vibrant flavors and aromas of summer. Thinly sliced ​​zucchini and squash are mixed with cherry tomatoes, fennel root, onion, garlic, and oregano and roasted in...

Shrimp scampi in a delicious butter and white wine sauce with aromatic spices are cooked in a foil package along with a side of linguine. The pasta is pre-cooked...

Caprese-inspired ravioli combines two Italian dishes on one plate, delivering a wealth of vibrant Mediterranean flavors and the heady aromas of tomatoes, cheese, and fragrant...

Summer Bolognese ragù features a generous helping of tomatoes and fragrant basil; together, these two ingredients infuse the dish with vibrant flavors and aromas. Make this ragù with beef...

Pasta salad can be served as a side dish with meat or as a standalone appetizer. The easiest way to make it is to combine boiled pasta (best eaten with a spoon) with fresh...

Pack your pasta with plenty of vitamins and fiber by mixing it with okra and green beans. For a more vibrant flavor, chop the vegetables and grill them. Then, the pasta...