These copycat restaurant recipes will take your pasta from boring to "bellisimo!"
15 of Our All-Time Favorite Pasta Copycat Recipes
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Inspired by: Penne Rosa at Noodles & Company
I reworked this recipe from an original that called for vodka and heavy whipping cream. My friends and family had a hard time believing a sauce this rich, flavorful and creamy could be light. —Margaret Wilson, Hemet, California
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Homemade Ravioli
Ravioli from scratch is a labor of love, but a delicious one. This guide will help you whip up pasta dough, sauce and a fantastic filling.
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Cajun Chicken Pasta
Our creamy Cajun chicken pasta recipe is ready in just about 45 minutes from start to finish. This one-pot dinner loaded with veggies, meat and carbs is a perfect weeknight meal.
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Inspired By: Pasta Da Vinci at The Cheesecake Factory
I fell in love with this dish at the restaurant and experimented until I could duplicate it at home. What’s so nice is that the sauce can be made ahead and be refrigerated or frozen. Now you can have a delicious copycat Cheesecake Factory pasta da Vinci on a weeknight. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
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Best Lasagna
What makes this classic lasagna recipe so spectacular? Homemade meat sauce and plenty of cheese. Best of all, it's easy to make lasagna ahead of time so dinner can be ready in a flash.
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Baked Ziti
Baked ziti is a cozy pasta dish that features layers of meat sauce, tender noodles and creamy ricotta cheese. This freezer-friendly recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd.
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Morel Mushroom Ravioli
My friend and I enjoy mushroom hunting. The exercise and fresh air, along with the beauty of the outdoors is invigorating. I came up with this recipe to use up the bounty of our harvest. The dish is easy, yet elegant. It's absolutely delicious. —Kelly Knoblock, Emmett, Idaho
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Chicken Marsala
Transform your weeknight dinners with this quick and easy chicken Marsala recipe. Featuring tender chicken breasts, earthy mushrooms and a rich Marsala wine sauce, this classic Italian-American dish comes together in just 30 minutes.
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Inspired by: Spinach and Cheese Ravioli at The Old Spaghetti Factory
This entree is unbelievably simple to prepare yet tastes delicious. The fact that you use frozen ravioli—straight from the bag without boiling or thawing—saves so much time.—Susan Kehl, Pembroke Pines, Florida
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Meat Sauce for Spaghetti
Here's a thick, hearty meat sauce for spaghetti for a filling feast. When I'm in a hurry, I make this slow-cooker recipe in an electric frying pan instead. —Mary Tallman, Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp
This lemon garlic shrimp recipe highlights the naturally sweet flavor of shrimp with a sauce made with bright lemon, savory garlic and smoky cumin. Enjoy it as a low-carb meal or add hot pasta to make it a filling weeknight dinner.
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White Cheddar Mac and Cheese
Here's a recipe for white cheddar mac and cheese that's better than any box. The secret: a dash of garlic powder and chipotle powder for a savory kick.
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Quick Carbonara
Carbonara is a dinnertime classic, but my version cuts down on the time it takes to make. Loaded with ham, bacon, olives, garlic and Parmesan, it certainly doesn't skimp on flavor. —Carole Martin, Tallahassee, Florida
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Best Spaghetti and Meatballs
One evening we had unexpected company. Since I had some of these meatballs left over in the freezer, I warmed them up as appetizers. Everyone raved! This classic recipe makes a big batch and is perfect for entertaining. —Mary Lou Koskella, Prescott, Arizona
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