Easy and quick pasta recipes

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...

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 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...

"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...

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...

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...

This salad recipe was inspired by the flavors of the BLT (bacon, lettuce, and tomato) sandwich. Remove the bread and grab the pasta. Toss it with tomatoes, arugula, and fried bacon and serve for lunch or dinner. For...

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...

Turn pasta and sausage into a hearty casserole that's perfect for a midweek dinner or a Sunday family lunch. No need to pre-boil the pasta. Just...

When the flavors of a classic Jewish meat deli and Italian pasta carbonara meet in one bowl, you're sure to want more! The highlight of this dish is the bagel topping (a mixture...

Keeping your fridge and pantry stocked is key to whipping up delicious midweek meals in minutes. For this flavorful pasta, you'll need lemon,...

This pasta recipe is made from pantry staples—dinner has never been easier! Just keep some tomato powder on hand. With this seasoning, you can make pasta in tomato sauce without the tomatoes.

A delicious vegetarian take on protein-rich pasta. It's made with chickpeas and pecorino cheese in a light tomato sauce, and each serving is topped with crispy breadcrumbs and...

This simple, vegetable-filled dish is ready in minutes and makes the whole family happy: kids who love pasta but don't like vegetables, and parents who...

Forget plain buttered pasta for dinner! Instead, try this vegetable-packed buttered pasta version that's ready in minutes and kids will love, even...

This quick and easy pasta is filled with rich mushrooms and sweet butternut squash, which complement each other beautifully, while grated Parmesan adds creaminess and flavor to the light sauce...

This recipe makes it easy to whip up a midweek dinner. Dark green broccoli, spinach, and parsley are tossed with butter, then the green butter is just...

Store-bought chilled ravioli are the perfect ingredient for a quick, delicious dinner, as they cook quickly and come with a variety of fillings. A few extra ingredients transform them into...

At the height of the season, you can find tomatoes of all shapes, sizes, and colors at the farmers' market. For this sunny pasta, you'll need yellow cherry tomatoes, sweet and flavorful, screaming summer. ...

The base of this pasta sauce is Italian tomato marinara sauce, which you can make ahead and refrigerate until ready to use. When you're ready to cook the pasta, simply...

Mac and cheese is a dish that everyone loves, from adults to children. A silky cheese sauce with sun-dried tomato chunks envelops each noodle under a layer of crispy breadcrumbs.

Toss cooked pasta with asparagus, canned cannellini beans, and crumbled feta for a dish perfect for summer. For a neat look, slice the asparagus...

This simple, light summer pasta gets a burst of flavor from brined shrimp, sweet peppers, and a generous splash of rosé. A splash of heavy cream makes the sauce creamier and richer, and...

This macaroni and cheese can be made ahead of time and grilled or smoked while you're finishing other dishes, making it the perfect side dish for a barbecue. Just one spoonful of sauce...

Toss cooked pasta with smoked turkey, sharp cheddar, and hard-boiled eggs in a refreshing creamy lemon dressing made with sour cream and mayo. It's a great way to use up...

This delicious pasta dish is ready in under 30 minutes and requires just six ingredients. Gorgonzola gives the spaghetti a creamy flavor that's well-balanced by the Parmesan and spinach, and...

Even on the laziest day, you can prepare a true Mediterranean-style masterpiece for dinner: simply place the spaghetti and all the ingredients in a large skillet, cover with water, and...

This hearty, fiber-rich pie is made with instant noodles and Swiss chard on the stovetop and requires no baking. Simply toss the boiled noodles with the herbs and top with eggs and...

For this mac 'n' cheese recipe, you don't need to cook the pasta separately: it's cooked directly in milk, creating a thick, milky, starchy base for the sauce. Three types of cheese...

Penne alla vodka (penne with vodka) is a classic Italian dish, beloved for its simplicity and vibrant flavor. This recipe makes it even easier. No cooking required...

What could be easier than cooking pasta in sauce in one pot?! No need to wait for the water to boil: all the ingredients are combined in one pot, and as they cook...

With the first asparagus sprouting, it's time to enjoy the vibrant spring flavors of Primavera pasta. Farfalle pasta (bow ties) in a creamy sauce and loaded with green vegetables is quick and easy to prepare—all in one...

This simple, classic pasta dish just got even easier: all the ingredients are cooked together in one pot. The sauce reduces and thickens while the spaghetti cooks, eliminating the need to drain...

This delicious pasta Bolognese recipe is for those who don't want to spend all day at the stove. Firstly, the dish cooks quickly, and secondly, you only need one pot, so no messy...

These Mexican-style noodles can be served as a vegetarian main dish or as a side dish with meat. You can use either small spider web vermicelli or broken spaghetti. First...

A great way to make delicious and quick gnocchi. Boiled potato dumplings are tossed with a spicy creamy sauce, sprinkled with a generous amount of grated cheese, and baked in the oven at...

This chicken soup simmers in a slow cooker for several hours and turns out delicious and rich, even though it's made with lean chicken breast. A few minutes before it's ready, add...

This dish, packed with all the flavors of a Caesar salad, is made from start to finish in one pot, making cleanup a breeze. The pasta is cooked directly in milk, which is then topped with...

Pasta marinara in a rich tomato sauce is one of the easiest Italian dishes to prepare, and in a slow cooker it's even easier and faster. Just 10 minutes of active work, and the rest is...

Classic lasagna is no longer just a weekend dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's perfect for a midweek after-work dinner. Lasagna is quick to prepare thanks to...

If you don't want to wait for pasta water to boil and then stand there stirring it, there's a great solution: cook it in a slow cooker. In minutes, you'll have perfectly al dente pasta without...

Fideo is the Spanish name for thin noodles used in various Spanish and Latin American dishes. In this recipe, thin noodles (web noodles) are cooked in a frying pan with...