Recipes for main courses using pasta

Surprise your guests with this restaurant-quality dish, so sophisticated yet incredibly easy to prepare. Place a pan with a baked wheel of brie, inside which the melting cheese is mixed with...

This vegetarian version of pasta Bolognese replaces traditional ground beef with cremini mushrooms, button mushrooms with brown caps that boast a richer flavor. Walnuts...

The star of this classic beef stroganoff is a tender ribeye steak, sliced ​​into thin strips. It's paired with two types of mushrooms—shiitake and button mushrooms—fried to a crispy finish.

This Bolognese sauce is very thick and rich, yet contains very little tomato paste. Some of it is replaced with the classic combination of white wine and milk. And the combination of pork and...

Orzo pasta is different from other pastas because of its rice-like shape, and like rice, it's perfect for making a quick pilaf. Cook it in a small amount of chicken broth with...

Summer is the season for grilled steaks. Even if you don't eat meat, indulge in this delicious treat – grill a cauliflower steak! The cauliflower head is cut into neat...

Spaghetti Carbonara in a velvety, rich egg sauce with pieces of fried pancetta is perfect for a chilly evening dinner. Add a knob of butter to the egg and cheese sauce, and...

Ptitim, also known as Israeli couscous, is perfect for quick and delicious Middle Eastern-style side dishes. It cooks quickly, but to keep the ptitim from becoming overcooked, it needs to be fluffy and...

Treat your loved ones to this unusual side dish. Spaetzle is like homemade pasta, only even more delicious and interesting. This recipe suggests making it with spinach. Boil the spaetzle until...

Farfalle pasta (butterflies) is made with turkey, frozen green peas, and cremini mushrooms, infusing them with a bouquet of flavors that perfectly complement Grana Padano cheese. Cremini mushrooms are mature...

This quick but delicious dish is based on store-bought tortellini pasta with cheese, mini dumplings simmered in a creamy Alfredo sauce, and then topped with chicken thigh pieces...

Every kid's favorite, macaroni and cheese, can be made into a miniature finger food appetizer, making it a hit at a children's party, not just for sweets. Mac and cheese...

Orzotto is a cross between risotto and Italian pasta, but much easier to prepare than traditional risotto. Ree Drummond's vibrant orzotto is filled with all sorts of green vegetables, including...

A fragrant, vegetable-rich sauce is the star of this dish, which is easy to take to work in a container. The recipe calls for mixing the sauce with cooked noodles, but it also goes great with fish or...

Pack your cheesy pasta with healthy fiber by adding blanched broccolini and spinach. The sauce itself is made with a blend of Italian provolone and Asiago cheeses. Together, they provide...

Macaroni and cheese in a velvety cheddar and tangy Pepper Jack sauce are baked under a crispy topping of panko breadcrumbs and crumbled fried bacon. A distinctive, rich...

Two of America's most popular comfort foods come together in one pot: mac 'n' cheese and chili con carne. It's incredibly delicious and filling, loaded with meat, gooey cheese, and pasta. The chili is made...

Cauliflower mac 'n' cheese is a great way to add healthy vegetables to a favorite dish, cloaked in a delicious cheese sauce. Before adding the cauliflower to the sauce, it's chopped...

This mac 'n' cheese is made with real crab meat and is perfect for special occasions. The pasta, vegetables, crab chunks, and spices are tossed in a thick, creamy cheese sauce...

The more cheese in a cheese sauce, the more gooey and velvety it will be, as is the case with this mac 'n' cheese recipe. The sauce is made with unsweetened condensed milk and heavy cream with...

The combination of Colby Jack and cheddar cheeses makes the sauce very aromatic, viscous, and velvety, and a little Dijon mustard, paprika, and a drop of hot sauce perfectly highlight the flavor of the cheese.

Leftover mac 'n' cheese makes a delicious breakfast the next morning. Simply spread the macaroni and cheese sauce in an oven-safe pan, make a few...

Make Mexican-style mac 'n' cheese. A cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar and creamy cream cheese is simmered with roasted jalapeños for a savory and warming kick.

This recipe transforms the comforting and homey dish of mac 'n' cheese into a sophisticated treat perfect for holidays and other special occasions. The sauce is made with...

This macaroni and cheese sauce recipe is just as delicious as traditional mac 'n' cheese, but lower in calories. Instead of heavy cream, the sauce is made with unsweetened condensed milk...

When making mac 'n' cheese, Katie Lee likes to experiment with different cheeses. She usually uses whatever's left on the cheeseboard. Taleggio is especially good because it's so rich and...

The tiny cauliflower florets are perfectly camouflaged in this macaroni and cheese casserole, making the dish juicier and healthier. The flavor isn't compromised, as the focus is on...

Add sautéed, casing-less sausage to your mac and cheese casserole for a protein-packed, filling meal, while sautéed bell peppers and onions add extra...

There are many variations of the American homemade mac 'n' cheese, and the main difference is the combination of different types of cheese. In this recipe, the cheese sauce is made from a mixture of Danish Havarti, spicy...

Turn traditional mac and cheese into a complete meal, packed with fiber and protein. This recipe features mac and cheese with seared chicken breast pieces and blanched...

A blend of three types of cheese imbues this macaroni and cheese sauce with rich flavor. The sauce is velvety and creamy, contrasting perfectly with the crispy breadcrumb topping.

Mac and cheese can be made entirely in the microwave, eliminating the need to cook the macaroni and cheese sauce separately. It's as convenient as reheating a pre-cooked meal, but with a homemade taste. And...

If you already have some cooked pasta, perhaps leftover from last night's dinner, this mac 'n' cheese will take you just 10 minutes. Perfect for a quick, filling breakfast. Simply toss the pasta into...

This quick pasta in cheese sauce with tomatoes can be served as a standalone vegetarian dish or as a side dish for meat or chicken. To prepare, you'll need soft cheese...

Make a Mexican-style mac 'n' cheese casserole by topping macaroni and cheese sauce with roasted corn, tomatoes, and chili peppers. Top with grated cheese and...

Don't wait for the pasta water to boil; cook it like risotto! Cook penne pasta at a low simmer, absorbing the chicken broth in small batches until it's fully cooked.

Roasted butternut squash and crispy pancetta nestle comfortably in this pasta casserole with tomato sauce and an Asiago cheese topping. Vegetable-rich pasta isn't just...

For this recipe, it's best to use short, tubular pasta, such as mezzi rigatoni, which will soak up the delicious spinach-nut pesto sauce. You don't need to buy pesto for this...

Pan-fried chicken breast is baked under a layer of sweet pepper, oregano, and mozzarella until the cheese melts and coats the entire surface. The chicken turns out incredibly tender and juicy. Served with...

Store-bought frozen potato vareniki are incredibly versatile and easy to prepare. This recipe traditionally boils vareniki and cooks them in a frying pan. When fried, they...

This mac 'n' cheese version is made entirely on the stovetop. Expect a delicious combination of creamy cheese sauce, juicy asparagus, green peas, and salty bits of fried bacon, which also adds a...

Hearty potato gnocchi and pieces of fried Italian sausage make this dish perfect for a cold day. But its true charm lies in the humble cabbage. It adds a touch of juiciness to the dish,...

Sometimes it seems like there are only two ways to make mac 'n' cheese: simmer a roux-based cheese sauce for a long time, or open a box of pre-made ingredients and whip everything up in a couple of minutes. But there's another way...

A delicious and filling homemade dish like chicken and dumplings can be easily and quickly prepared entirely in the microwave. This recipe takes less than half an hour, and the flavor is incredibly...

Green peas infuse Italian pasta "Cacio e Peppe" with black pepper and grated cheese with veggie richness, a more refreshing flavor, and healthy plant-based protein. Because black pepper and cheese...

Although stuffed pasta shells take a while to prepare, this dish is worth the effort, as it turns out very presentable and is perfect for...

Once you try this juicy, hearty vegetarian lasagna, you'll forget all about the meat. It's made with a rich tomato-carrot sauce, layered over noodles with...

Ziti pasta is baked in a homemade tomato-meat sauce under a thick layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until the cheese melts, creating a delicious, chewy crust. Its tubular shape...

The whole family will love these spinach and cheese tortellini baked with kale pesto and Parmesan. It's quick and easy to make. You won't have to spend all day cooking, and the dish will be...

This recipe transforms frozen potato gnocchi from a typical convenience food into a filling, healthy, fiber-rich family meal that's quick to make and perfect for...