Recipes for main courses using pasta

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This popular dish of fried rice noodles, shrimp, and pork takes a little longer to prepare. However, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the freezer or...

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Pastitsio is a Greek dish consisting of baked pasta, traditionally made with ground lamb or beef, often with pieces of cured meat. It's a healthy substitute...

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Not all meat sauces require long cooking times. For example, in a dish from Food Network magazine, the meat sauce is made with ground veal (or ground turkey) and simmered for 20 minutes. It's added to...

If you love cooking something unusual for a special occasion, check out Ina Garten's American Mac and Cheese Casserole. The ingredients for this casserole, which is immediately...

This spicy mac and cheese tastes almost like lazy stuffed peppers. Mix several types of cheese into the pasta and add some zesty pickled peppers, then bake this big...

On weekday evenings, time is often tight, and every minute spent in the kitchen counts. So, the only viable option is quick meals. That's where this recipe comes in.

Follow the example of the host of "At Ree Drummond's Ranch" and always keep a supply of groceries on hand. This way, you won't have to rush to the store in the evening when time is especially tight. "Pasta from stock is easy..."

If you're looking for something to feed a crowd, Tyler Florence's large turkey casserole is a go-to option. Tyler uses turkey instead of chicken, and before roasting...

This simple yet delicious spaghetti pasta dish is made with dark turkey meat and chopped vegetables. To save time, Giada De Laurentiis uses pre-made...

Emeril Lagasse combines egg noodles, sliced ​​turkey, and Parmesan cheese with a thick, creamy mushroom sauce infused with white wine.

The silky texture of heavy cream, nutty Parmesan cheese, and butter add texture and flavor to this iconic Italian dish.

Sharp cheddar cheese adds a salty tang and traditional flavor to this simple dish....

This classic Italian dish features a sauce of raw eggs and Parmesan cheese served over spaghetti and paired beautifully with crispy pieces of pancetta....

For a filling, balanced dinner, Bobby Flay offers herb-cooked chicken and spaghetti topped with nutty Parmesan cheese.

In just 25 minutes, a rich, shrimp-flavored lunch dish made with pasta, vibrant grape tomatoes, cucumbers, and a lemon-dill dressing is ready.

For this simple dish, Melissa De Arabian tosses pasta with quick-cooked shrimp, refreshing lemon juice, and parsley....

Sunny Anderson softens the heat of jalapeño and Hungarian paprika in a vodka sauce and chicken sausage casserole with a splash of cool, heavy cream and a sprinkle of grated cheese...

To make Ina Garten's Big Lasagna, you don't need the classic ground beef or pork. Substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage, adding four types of cheese:...

The core of this simple dish is sautéed ground beef and ground beef with Italian spices. Paula Deen's hearty lasagna also features layers of a creamy mixture of cottage cheese and...

The secret to Giada De Laurentiis's ricotta-filled rolls is that she uses two sauces: a rich, buttery béchamel and a lighter marinara sauce.

In just 20 minutes, Giada de Laurentiis creates a complete dinner that's easy to prepare on a Sunday night. Each serving is packed with healthy ingredients: rich...

This everyday dish takes no more time to prepare than pasta. But this spring dish, based on Giada De Laurentiis's popular recipe, also features a vegetable sauce...

Fresh tomatoes, zucchini slices, and soft goat cheese are just some of the flavors in this quick and filling dish from Food Network Magazine. How about adding...

The slightly firm chunks of sun-dried tomatoes in Giada De Laurentiis's Parmesan pesto sauce make it even more delicious. Just toss the sauce with the pasta, and in 25 minutes, the whole family...

Robert Irvine's hearty lasagna is a complete meal in one dish, seemingly so easy to prepare. Each layer is a tomato sauce with ground meat and red wine,...

Rachel Ray's hearty cheese casserole recipe allows you to "recycle" not only turkey pieces, but also a variety of other ingredients that usually remain in the fridge after the holidays: chicken...

A bright, refreshing lemon flavor adds a new dimension to this simple pasta dish, which Ina Garten pairs with a simple butter sauce and tender oven-baked shrimp.

To give this rich dish a crispy texture, Alton Brown tops his macaroni and cheese with breadcrumbs....

Prepare a hearty dinner in just an hour. This casserole from Giada De Laurentiis, featuring chicken with garlic, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and pasta, is reminiscent of...

To add flavor and texture, Ree Drummond uses both white and red chicken, cut into pieces, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese in her casserole, allowing...

The secret to Sunny Anderson's time-tested recipe is the herb-infused mushroom sauce she uses to top tuna, peas, and noodles. Worcestershire sauce and horseradish provide the spiciness, while the thick, rich...

To create a truly flavorful couscous ptitim, Giada De Laurentiis first lightly toasts it, then simmers it in chicken broth. A sweet and savory maple vinaigrette enhances the fruit and...

To add a touch of sophistication to beef stroganoff, Tyler Florence's recipe involves adding cognac to the sauce while the beef is cooking, and finishing with garlic...