Recipes for main courses using pasta

Make this delicious pasta salad with broccoli, green peas, ham, salami, and provolone cheese in a herby mayo dressing that's perfect for picnics and summer in general.

This version of soft gnocchi uses finely ground matzo meal instead of regular wheat flour, making it the perfect treat for Passover. Like traditional Northern Italian gnocchi,...

This hearty dish combines two popular Passover treats: beef brisket and matzo. It's an interesting combination, based on Italian Bolognese. To make the brisket...

Cincinnati chili is a hearty meat stew infused with the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Ground beef is simmered in a tomato sauce with chili peppers, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, and allspice, and...

This lasagna won't feature a ton of cheese, which often dominates the flavor. Instead, the emphasis is on the ground meat, where the beef is complemented by mushrooms. Their flavor is beautifully enhanced...

The star of this light Greek-style dish is spinach. It's used as a filling for the chicken breast along with feta cheese, and it's also added to the cooked pasta to create a...

Pasta is tossed with spinach and artichokes in a rich, creamy cheese sauce and baked in the oven until golden brown. Whole-wheat pasta is recommended for this recipe. First, it...

Potato gnocchi dumplings are simmered in a light creamy sauce with green peas, carrots, onions, and celery and served alongside a juicy baked chicken breast. Keep the package of gnocchi in...

Pasta shells, shredded grilled chicken, and sautéed cremini mushrooms (brown button mushrooms) complement each other perfectly in a homemade tomato sauce. Plus, this casserole is loaded with gooey goodness...

Prepare a quick and easy Mediterranean-style dinner for midweek. Store-bought Italian cheese ravioli are simmered in a skillet with chicken pieces in a balsamic herb sauce. Includes...

Mushrooms and lean turkey make this classic meat stew low-calorie and light. Instead of a thick red sauce, the dish features softened cherry tomatoes, and instead of classic pasta...

If you've tried the popular pumpkin ravioli, you'll surely love this version with chestnuts, which, when combined with Parmesan, create the same amazingly rich and deep flavor, but without...

Farfalle pasta (bow ties) in a thick cheese sauce is served with roasted broccoli and melting Parmesan cheese, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes. For a beautiful presentation, buy bocconini mozzarella (it's the same size as...

Autumn is the time to enjoy pumpkin in a wide variety of combinations. When prepared properly, it's not only healthy but also incredibly delicious. This recipe features baked butternut squash...

This dairy-free kugel (a Jewish casserole) is made with egg noodles, juicy Swiss chard, and sweet-and-spicy caramelized shallots in a creamy egg custard.

Immerse yourself in the world of Italian cuisine by making homemade cavatelli pasta from scratch. Detailed instructions are included at the end of the recipe, so you can cut the dough correctly and...

This rustic pasta sauce consists primarily of one ingredient: broccoli. The broccoli is cooked until very tender, then mashed with a fork. Simply mix the broccoli puree with...

This dish is a mushroom version of beef bourguignon, minus the beef. A thick, aromatic stew with royal button mushrooms, pancetta, Burgundy wine, and aromatic herbs, served with...

These exquisite ravioli filled with ricotta, taleggio, and herbed parmesan are served in a fragrant wild mushroom sauce with pancetta for an elegant special occasion dinner. The ravioli are completely...

Rigatoni pasta in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce is baked under a layer of kale gremolata, grated Gruyere, smoked almonds, lemon zest, and breadcrumbs. The result is a rich, creamy...

Store-bought gnocchi are a near-perfect staple to have on hand for a quick, delicious midweek dinner. They pair beautifully with any vegetable, and the whole dish...

When it comes to beef alternatives, there's nothing better than rich, flavorful mushrooms, like in this mushroom version of beef stroganoff. Meaty portobello mushrooms and tender shiitake mushrooms truly...

Airfryer gnocchi? This recipe will pleasantly surprise you! After frying in the airfryer, they turn out soft as pillows on the inside and deliciously golden and crispy on the outside. Paired with baked pumpkin,...

"I prefer to make this dish with homemade Sardinian gnocchi, which, unlike potato gnocchi, are made with pasta dough," shares Giada de Laurentiis. "However, any kind of..."

Damaris Phillips always strives to give traditional dishes a Southern flair, and her goat cheese gnocchi is no exception. She sautés bacon with dates, then adds white...

You'll always be on top with this easy-to-make yet delicious dish from Jeff Mauro. He roasts fresh vegetables on the same baking sheet with store-bought gnocchi, drizzling everything with melted...

Making gnocchi from scratch can be a daunting and time-consuming task, but you'll know it was all worth it when you taste these fluffy potato pillows in your favorite...

Homemade soft gnocchi in a rich tomato sauce, also made from scratch—what could be better for a cozy Sunday dinner with family?! Both the gnocchi and the sauce are quite easy to make, so...

Chicken cooked with a hearty side dish and vegetables in one pan is a dream! Boneless chicken thighs are simmered with zucchini and gnocchi in a thick, flavorful tomato sauce with basil, resulting in...

This crowd-pleasing dish is easy to make with store-bought gnocchi. You can prepare the gnocchi in a creamy Gorgonzola sauce ahead of time, then sprinkle them with breadcrumbs just before dinner.

This gnocchi dish with juicy vegetables in a pesto dressing combines the flavors of two salads: Italian pasta salad and potato salad. Add a little mayonnaise to the pesto dressing, and it...

These ricotta gnocchi are a delicious cheesy alternative to traditional potato gnocchi. Instead of potatoes, the dough is filled with a generous helping of whole-milk ricotta and a touch of Parmesan cheese for extra...

To make this simple yet delicious pasta carbonara, you'll need just five ingredients: noodles, raw spicy sausage, Parmesan, an egg, and fresh herbs. It takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is perfect...

Summer vegetables infuse this pasta with richness and vibrant color. Combine cooked spaghetti with green zucchini, sweet red tomatoes, and yellow corn, topped with walnuts, Parmesan, and...

Combine cooked rigatoni with homemade tomato sauce, spicy Italian sausage, fennel, herbs, and cheese, and bake until golden and cheesy, a dish everyone will love!

Try Pasta Primavera in a hearty casserole. Rigatoni pasta is tossed with fresh parsley and basil, vegetables, and three types of cheese—ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan—and baked until...

Make Asian steamed dumplings with an unusual filling – a delicate tomato soup! To make the soup fit into the dough pieces, gelatin is added, and once it sets, you can assemble...

Kung Pao spaghetti is one of the most-ordered dishes at the popular American restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen. This recipe reveals the secret to making Kung Pao spaghetti in just...

Enjoy the delicious combination of sweet roasted pumpkin and savory rapini pesto in this hearty fall pasta. Rapini is a leafy relative of broccoli that's widely used in...

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 thought about making homemade noodles,...

Spicy sausage, smoked bacon, ground beef, and savory pepperoni transform ordinary stuffed shells into a gooey, pizza-inspired pasta for meat lovers. Here...

This pasta casserole in homemade tomato marinara sauce is literally packed with meat and meaty goodness: flavorful Italian sausage, savory pepperoni, chunks of ham and smoked...

This chow mein variation features chicken pieces stir-fried with spices, shiitake mushrooms, and celery in a rich Asian sauce. The highlight of the dish is the crispy, separately fried noodles. Serve...