Hearty & Delicious Pasta Mains 🍝

From cozy weeknight dinners to impressive weekend meals, our pasta mains bring comfort and flavor to the table. Twirl your fork into classic Italian favorites, creamy baked casseroles, or bold, globally inspired noodle dishes—there’s something here for every craving. 🍝🧄🍅

Pasta Mains: Hearty, Flavorful Recipes for Every Occasion

Satisfy your cravings with our irresistible collection of pasta mains—perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or special occasions that call for something hearty and delicious. From classic Italian favorites like spaghetti Bolognese, fettuccine Alfredo, and baked ziti to globally inspired creations bursting with bold spices and fresh ingredients, these pasta recipes offer something for every taste and dietary need.

Whether you’re in the mood for creamy, cheesy comfort or a light and vibrant veggie-packed dish, you’ll find plenty of options to suit your preferences. Many recipes are quick and easy to prepare, making them ideal for busy schedules, while others offer rich, slow-simmered flavors for weekend indulgence. Plus, with plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free variations, everyone at the table can enjoy a satisfying meal.

Not only are pasta mains a crowd-pleasing staple, but they also provide endless versatility—mix and match sauces, proteins, and veggies to create meals that are both nourishing and full of flavor. So whether you’re twirling your fork through a saucy bowl of spaghetti or layering up the perfect lasagna, you’re just moments away from a meal that brings warmth and joy to every bite. 🍝🧄🍅🥬

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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Chicken breast and penne with a Parmesan cream sauce, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Creamy Asparagus & Mushroom Pasta
Asparagus, mushrooms, and shallot join fettuccine in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Reserved pasta water helps the sauce coat the noodles without becoming too thick.
One-Pot Cheesy Beef, Mushroom & Spinach Noodles
Wide egg noodles with ground beef, mushrooms, spinach and two cheeses, cooked together in one pot for a comforting dinner.
White Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp, Scallops and Crab
Shrimp, scallops, and crab make this a generous seafood lasagna, layered with spinach ricotta and a creamy cheese sauce. Let it rest before slicing to give the layers time to settle.
Shrimp Udon with Doenjang Butter
Chewy udon tossed with shrimp, scallions and a glossy doenjang, soy and butter sauce.
Brooklyn Girl's Penne Arrabiata
Breaded chicken, penne, and a garlicky tomato sauce with basil and red pepper flakes make a hearty pasta dinner.
One-Pot Puttanesca Pasta with Anchovy Crumbs
Small pasta cooked in a tomato, olive and caper broth with spinach and toasted anchovy breadcrumbs.
Pesto Chicken & Mushroom Lasagna Roll-Ups
Pesto ricotta, cooked chicken and mushrooms rolled in lasagna noodles, baked with garlic Parmesan sauce and melted mozzarella.
Sun-Dried Tomato and Pine Nut Pasta with Crisp Crumbs
Pasta in a sun-dried tomato, pine nut and caper sauce with balsamic vinegar and toasted panko.
Penne with Creamy Sausage and Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Sweet Italian sausage and sun-dried tomatoes flavor a cream sauce for penne, with spinach, Parmesan, and fresh herbs stirred in at the end.
Green Chile Shrimp Scampi Spaghetti
Spaghetti and shrimp in a lemon-butter sauce with jalapeño, garlic and roasted green chiles.
Creamy Steak Fettuccine
Sliced sirloin tops fettuccine in a Parmesan milk sauce with cherry tomatoes and spinach. A drizzle of balsamic glaze finishes each portion.
Linguine With Clams
Linguine with littleneck clams, garlic butter, dry white wine, parsley, and lemon. The clam juices and a little starchy pasta water form the sauce.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Chicken thighs and mini farfalle with an Asiago cream sauce, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, white wine, and lemon.
One Pan Breakfast Skillet Mac and Cheese
Macaroni and cheese meets a sausage-and-egg breakfast skillet, with green onions and hot sauce to finish.
Whipped Ricotta Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
A spoonful of lemon-scented whipped ricotta makes a creamy base for rigatoni in a rich sun-dried tomato sauce. Spinach folds into the hot pasta just before serving.

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