
Spicy Fresh Tomato and Eggplant Sauce
My garden is overflowing with fresh tomatoes and eggplant toward the end of summer, so I've been thinking of ways...

Burrata Ravioli
Using burrata cheese as ravioli filling is easy and really delivers on flavor. Instead of mixing up ingredients for the...

11 Plant-Based Pastas for Healthier Weeknight Dinners
Whether you're craving more protein, fewer carbs or tons of veggies, these pasta alternatives are both healthy and tasty.


15 Healthy Pasta Sauce Recipes
Pasta night just got a little lighter, thanks to these healthy pasta sauce recipes. We have delicious ideas for marinara,...

Cherry Tomato Pasta with Avocado Sauce
Heart-healthy avocado makes this pasta dish feel indulgent without being overly rich. The flavorful sauce is so luscious, you’ll think...

Summer Zucchini Pasta
I'm always experimenting when my garden is cranking out zucchini and summer squash. This simple and healthy pasta dish is...

Hummus Pasta Salad
Adding the dressing while the pasta is still warm allows the pasta to absorb some of the dressing. It's a...

Best Ever Cashew Cheese Sauce
This is a versatile cashew cheese sauce that's totally plant-based. I use it as a pasta sauce, as a pizza...

Homemade Marinara Sauce
This quick and easy homemade marinara sauce is my kids' favorite. It works fantastic with spaghetti, and my kids love...

Marinara
My mother, who was Italian American, called marinara sauce "gravy." She made this sauce in big batches several times a...


Simple Pasta Sauce
This is a simple pasta sauce that you can use for more than just spaghetti. Puree this recipe for pizza...

Here’s What the Portion Size of Pasta Actually Looks Like
Forget the measuring cups and spoons—the easiest portioning tool is in the palm of your hand, literally!

Creamy Avocado Manicotti
I am always looking for creative ways to make vegetarian dinners a little different. I grow my own basil, and...


The Best Marinara Sauce
I developed this marinara sauce recipe with a friend to make the most of a bumper crop of tomatoes. Now...

Pressure-Cooker Mushroom Pork Ragout
Savory, quickly made pork is luscious served in a delightful tomato gravy over noodles. It’s a nice change from regular...


Pressure-Cooker Spicy Pork and Squash Ragu
This recipe is a marvelously spicy combo perfect for cooler fall weather—so satisfying after a day spent outdoors. —Monica Osterhaus,...

Spinach and Shrimp Fra Diavolo
This quick shrimp fra diavolo is spicy, garlicky, saucy and loaded with delicious shrimp. Plus, with the addition of spinach,...


Modern Tuna Casserole
Tuna casserole was my favorite as a kid, and I found myself craving it as an adult. I reconfigured the...

Harvest Bow Ties
Spaghetti squash and bow ties make this meatless dish hearty and filling. Add a can of black beans if you'd...

Italian Sausage Veggie Skillet
We love Italian sausage sandwiches, but because the bread isn't diet-friendly for me, I created this recipe to satisfy my...

Lemony Scallops with Angel Hair Pasta
This delicate dish tastes so bright with a touch of lemon and tender sauteed scallops. Serve with crusty whole grain...

Spicy Pork and Butternut Squash Ragu
This recipe is a marvelously spicy combo that's perfect for cooler fall weather and satisfying after a day spent outdoors....

Cran-Orange Couscous Salad
I often create salads for summer using a variety of healthy, filling grains. This version with tender couscous is amped...

This Surprising Ingredient Makes the BEST Vegan Pasta Sauce
Even if you're a meat eater, you'll love this amazingly creamy vegan pasta sauce made with a secret ingredient that's...


Arrabbiata Sauce with Zucchini Noodles
This popular Italian dish is flavorful and spicy. We decided to re-create one of our favorite jarred sauces and serve...

Makeover Meatless Lasagna
If you have never tried tofu before, go for it with this recipe. The tofu blends in with all the...

Lemon-Basil Chicken Rotini
My husband and our sons like to have meat with their meals, but I prefer more veggies. This combo with...

Thai Chicken Pasta Skillet
This gorgeous Bangkok-style pasta has been a faithful standby for many years and always gets loads of praise. For a...

Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms
Topped with the toasty texture and flavor of hazelnuts, this pasta makes an easy, earthy weeknight dinner. I serve it...

Makeover Easy Beef-Stuffed Shells
Enjoy the convenience of this make-ahead dish or bake right away. Either way, it has half the saturated fat of...