Pasta recipes

A twist on a different oriental spaghetti recipe I found created this easy yet flavorful Asian stir-fried spaghetti with veggies for dinner last night!

Family macaroni and cheese blends Velveeta into a classic béchamel for ultra-creamy sauce, then bakes with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack on top until bubbly. Crowd-pleasing weeknight comfort.

Creamy baked ziti without tomato sauce, loaded with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan. Garlicky cheese filling bakes into golden, bubbling comfort food in just 40 minutes.

Hungarian sweet noodles tossed in margarine and topped with sugar-coated poppy seeds or chopped walnuts. A traditional Central European dessert pasta that's on the table in 15 minutes flat.

Baked macaroni and cheese with diced ham, sharp cheddar, and dry mustard in a creamy white sauce. A make-ahead freezer-friendly comfort dinner.

Creamy baked orzo simmered in chicken broth with briny kalamata olives and finished with fresh herbs. A Mediterranean-inspired side dish that's ready in 40 minutes.

Impossible macaroni and cheese pie with a Bisquick custard that bakes its own crust around cheddar cheese and pasta shells. A crustless pie that's creamy inside with a golden, set edge.

Seems odd but the crispy tacos actually go well together and kids love it because it appeared on the kids television show, iCarly.

This colorful, no-bake casserole combines al dente elbow macaroni with tender chicken (or tofu), a medley of crunchy vegetables, and nutty sunflower seeds, all coated in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. It’s a versatile, make-ahead dish ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick family meal, bursting with fresh flavors and textures.

Susan's Turkey Soup: a hearty post-Thanksgiving soup made from the turkey carcass with yellow and green split peas, chickpeas, small pasta, and aromatic vegetables. Three legumes, one pot.

Four cheese rotini with fresh asparagus in a creamy primavera sauce made with crumbled goat cheese and tarragon. A quick vegetarian pasta dinner ready in 35 minutes.

A fresh, no-cook pasta salad tossing ditalini with raw zucchini rounds, chopped fresh tomato, sliced onion, olive oil, and parsley. Simple Italian summer eating at its best, ready in 40 minutes.

Asparagus and ricotta pasta tossed in a silky sauce made with parmesan and pasta cooking water. Fresh basil and black pepper keep it bright and light.

Fettuccine tossed in a rich shiitake mushroom cream sauce with bacon, chicken breast, and Parmesan. Dried and fresh mushrooms build layers of deep, earthy umami in every bite.

Cold vermicelli tossed in a creamy lemon-garlic tahini dressing with olive oil. A 30-minute Mediterranean-inspired noodle salad that works as a side or light vegetarian main.

Quick, easy, tasty and healthy. This Chinese noodle stir-fry well satisfies your palate and provides enough nutrients to your body.