Pasta Dish Recipes

Simmer a cozy supper with these pasta dish recipes, including vegetarian pasta recipes for meatless Monday.

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    Marinara vs. Tomato Sauce: What’s the Difference?

    Confused about the difference between marinara vs. tomato sauce? They're both made with tomatoes, but one is thicker and more...


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    How to Make Pesto at Home

    The best way to celebrate fresh basil is to turn this herb into pesto. We'll show you how to make...


    This Viral Video Shows You How to Make 3-Ingredient Fettuccine Alfredo

    You'll need butter, fettuccine and Parmigiano-Reggiano.


    10 of Our Creamiest Tetrazzini Recipes

    These tetrazzini recipes will take you back to childhood. They taste just like the warm, comforting casserole mom used to...


    Cherry Tomato Pasta with Avocado Sauce

    1 review

    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

    1 review

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


    Spam Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    I have always loved Spam, so I decided to combine it with pineapple to make this Polynesian-inspired macaroni salad recipe....


    Cubano Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss...

    Shrimp and Crab Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    This salad is a summertime staple in our house. If you want to splurge, go ahead and use real crab....


    Caprese Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    When fresh tomatoes and basil are abundant in the summer, I like to make this wonderful Caprese macaroni salad. —Debbie...


    Grecian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    8 reviews

    I love all Grecian flavors and tried adding them to a macaroni salad. Toss in whatever olives you can find;...


    Middle Eastern-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    This creamy, tangy macaroni salad is inspired by the many wonderful flavors of the Middle East. The za'atar seasoning gives...


    Chicken Caesar Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes...


    Scandinavian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido,...


    Chicken Taco Macaroni Salad

    3 reviews

    I like to give macaroni salad a taco twist. Rotisserie chicken makes it quick. I'll often serve this dish as...


    Barbecue Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    My family loves a touch of tang, so I created this barbecue macaroni salad. Not too much—just a hint of...


    Beer and Bacon Macaroni and Cheese

    7 reviews

    We put a creative spin on classic mac and cheese by adding our favorite beer and bacon. Six tests later,...

    Hummus Pasta Salad

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


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    How to Make Store-Bought Pasta Sauce Taste Homemade

    Our Community Cooks tell you what to add to spaghetti sauce (the store-bought kind!) to make it taste like it's...


    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

    3 reviews

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


    Marinara

    2 reviews

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


    Pressure-Cooker Tuscan Chicken Pasta

    2 reviews

    If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, this Tuscan chicken pasta recipe is just the ticket. After the...

    Cauliflower Gnocchi

    I came up with this cauliflower gnocchi recipe after trying Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi. This dish reminds me...

    Pumpkin Alfredo with Chicken

    5 reviews

    I love pumpkin and my kids love pasta, so this pumpkin Alfredo recipe is a match made in heaven for...


    Roasted Pumpkin Lasagna

    1 review

    This is a hearty meatless meal that my family enjoys. If you're not a fan of pumpkin, you can use...


    Sausage Pasta with Cajun Cream Sauce

    8 reviews

    I needed to use up some ingredients in my refrigerator, so I threw together this dish with a cajun cream...


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    40 Budget-Friendly Pasta Dinners

    What are our favorite quick-to-fix dinner recipes that are both ridiculously delicious and cheap? Pasta recipes, of course.


    Tortellini with Sausage and Mascarpone

    7 reviews

    When I crave Italian comfort food on a busy night and don't have a lot of time to cook, this...