We over here at Homemade Recipes feel like pasta’s gotten a bad rap as of late. Yes, it’s loaded with carbs, but when did that become such a bad thing? To celebrate the wonder and versatility that is pasta, we’ve put together a list of 22 tasty pasta dishes to make and enjoy at home with friends and family. Buon appetito!
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Where pastas were once reserved for special occasions such as family reunions or celebrations, they’ve now become a part of our everyday meals, and rightly so. To honor its roots, make every day a celebration with these 22 homemade pasta recipes. These dishes will leave you proclaiming, “Molto delizioso!”
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22 Homemade Pasta Recipes
1. Mexican Pasta Salad
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Avocado dressing, Greek yogurt and taco seasoning elevate what would be a simple pasta dish to Next Level status. Drizzle some cilantro-lime dressing on top and you have yourself a festive dish for all occasions!
Ingredients
- 1 (13.25-oz) box penne pasta (I love Dreamfield’s Healthy Carb Living Pasta)
- 1 (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (11-oz) can corn with red & green bell peppers
- ½ orange bell pepper, chopped
- ¼ c. cilantro, chopped
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 5-oz. cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 avocados, pitted and halved
- 3 green onions
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp. cumin
- 3 Tbsp. fat free plain Greek yogurt
- juice of ¼ lime
- ¾ cup fat free milk
- ¼ – ½ tsp. taco seasoning packet (or homemade)
- ¼ tsp. pepper
- ½ tsp. salt
2. Tasty Broccoli Salad with Dried Cranberries
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This broccoli pasta salad recipe will take you through the spectrum of flavor with salty bacon, sweet cranberries, and savory pasta.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 pkg. bow tie pasta
- 1/4 red onion, finely diced
- Raw broccoli, washed & chopped
- 1 can pitted olives
- 1/2 c. dried cranberries
- 1/4 c. bacon bits
For the dressing:
- 1/2 c. mayo
- 1/4 c. sugar
- 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
3. Chicken Mozzarella Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
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Okay, chicken mozzarella pasta sounded great by itself, but then sun-dried tomatoes were thrown into the mix and we were instantly and wholeheartedly smitten. It’s safe to say we love this recipe and we know you will too.
Ingredients
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small jar (3-4 oz) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, or use 3-4 oz fat-free sun dried tomatoes
- 1 lb chicken breast tenders
- salt
- paprika (just a little bit)
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 8 oz penne pasta (for gluten free, use Tinkyada gluten free brown rice pasta)
- 1 tablespoon basil (if using dry basil), if using fresh basil you can add more
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (at least, add more to taste)
- 1/2 cup reserved cooked pasta water (or more)
- salt, to taste
4. Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta
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Let us introduce you to chicken alfredo’s sexy cousin: Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta. One taste and it might just be impossible to go back to the original.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. bowtie pasta (or your favorite type)
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into pieces
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 – 3 tsp Cajun seasoning, to taste (I use Joe’s Stuff or Weber N’Orleans Cajun)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cut into small pieces
- 1 cup milk
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste, if needed
5. Pasta Fagioli
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Perfect for chilly nights when all you want to do is relax and cuddle (up to this meal, that is).
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic & oregano
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups water
- 8 ounces (about 2 cups) small pasta shells
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 bunch fresh kale, tough stems discarded, cut into 1-inch pieces & washed
- 2 cans small white beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- grated Parmesan, for serving
6. Pasta Fagioli with Cranberry Beans and Kale
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This pasta soup is hearty and packed with protein, veggies and leafy greens. Perfect for fighting colds and the cold, this winter recipe will become your new best friend.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried cranberry beans, borlotti beans, or pinto beans (soaked for at least an hour–see step 1)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 7 cloves garlic, minced and divided
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced (or 1/2 tsp. dried)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 26 ounces chopped tomatoes, canned
- 3 teaspoons dried basil leaves, divided
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt (optional or to taste)
- 2 cups small pasta, whole grain or gluten-free preferred
- 10 ounces kale, stems removed and leaves chopped (4-6 cups chopped)
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
7. Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
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Yes, we’ve featured this recipe before, but it’s so great that we just had to use it again! I mean, look at how beautiful those zucchini noodles are!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound (16-24) shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth or shrimp broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (~1 lemon)
- 3 medium zucchini, cut into noodles
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
8. 15-Minute Skinny Shrimp Scampi
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This recipe is light, refreshing, healthy and only takes 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole-wheat pasta noodles (I used linguine)
- 1 Tbsp. butter
- 1 shallot, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled with tails removed and patted dry
- 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 3 Tbsp. white wine
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. lemon zest
- toppings: chopped fresh parsley and (optional) freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
9. Green Goddess Pasta
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Live green, eat green, be green. That’s our mantra for 2015!
Ingredients
- ½ package Dreamfields® high fiber spaghetti
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ avocado
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- ½ lemon, juiced
- ½ lime, juiced
- 1 sprig each fresh parsley, cilantro, and tarragon, chopped
- 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
- ¼ cup reduced fat sour cream
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 2 cups arugula
- salt and pepper
10. Creamy Avocado Pasta
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Avocado is great for making anything creamy: smoothies, pudding, and yes, this pasta dish. A meal filled with heart-healthy fats, this is sure to leave you feeling and looking good.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta, cooked al dente according to package instructions and drained
- balsamic salad dressing (optional)
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese or Italian cheese blend
- 1 avocado, roughly mashed with a fork
- juice of ½ lemon (about 1 T)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- salt & pepper to taste
- optional: fresh parsley or other herbs, tomatoes, additional cheese
11. Chicken Parmesan Baked Pasta
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Baked pasta dishes are the absolute best and this recipe is no exception. This is the perfect meal to make for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
- 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups water
- 1 – 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 12 ounces pasta
- 1 cup grated Parmesan, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
12. Chicken Alfredo Baked Ziti
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Okay, I know we say we love a lot of things, but we LOVE baked ziti! Creamy, cheesy, gooey – it’s basically everything we’re looking for in a partner. Oops, we meant “recipe.”
Ingredients
Chicken baked ziti:
- 12 ounces ziti (or any pasta shape)
- 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (about 2 small chicken breasts)
- 1 batch alfredo sauce (see below)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (I used 2% low fat)
- (optional toppings: additional shredded Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley)
Alfredo sauce:
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tbsp. flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup low-fat milk (I used 1%)
- 3/4 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
13. Spaghetti with Mussels
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This simple to make, yet stunning to look at, recipe will convince your guests you’re the next Top Chef in disguise.
Ingredients
- 1 kg – 2.2 lbs. mussels, cleaned
- 600 gms – 1⅓ lbs. tomatoes, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp parlsey, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 360 gms – 12.7 oz. Spaghetti
14. Seafood Spaghetti Baked in Parchment Pouches
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This elegant seafood pasta dish will make restaurant pasta look like a frozen meal.
Ingredients
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 8 large shrimp
- 1-1/2 pounds clams
- 1 pound mussels
- 4 medium squid
- 14 ounces cherry tomatoes or 4 large mature tomatoes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 12 ounces spaghetti
15. Spaghetti Carbonara
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Simple, classic and requires less than 10 ingredients! This meal is perfect for week nights or Italian-themed romantic dinners (because what other kind of cuisine would you serve on a romantic night in?).
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
16. Chicken Carbonara
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Isn’t bowtie pasta so darn dapper and adorable?
Ingredients
- 5 strips bacon cooked and diced.
- 2 Chicken breasts -Grilled, Chicken striped up
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 2 T Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
- ¾ Cup milk
- ¼ Cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 3 T flour
- ¾ c Parmesan shavings
- 2 T parsley
- 1 small box bowtie pasta
17. Cacio e Pepe
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“Cacio e pepe” literally translates to “cheese and pepper.” Think of this recipe as mac n cheese’s minimalist, cool sister. Quanto elegante!
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried spaghetti pasta
- 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into 3 pieces
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese + more for topping (can either be freshly grated or the green jar kind)
- 1 tsp. ground black pepper + more for topping
- Salt, to taste
18. Skillet Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne
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Penne pasta and Italian sausage come together to create a hearty, delightful meal. Perfect for the Extreme Pasta Lover in your family.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole-wheat penne pasta
- 1 pound italian sausage links (1 package)
- 1 small green pepper, sliced
- 1 small red pepper, sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, sliced thin
- ½ cup red wine (merlot or pinot noir)
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 12 ounces water
- ½ teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- parmesan cheese for finishing
19. Easy Beef Lasagna
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Lasagna is like the triple-layer double chocolate cake of pasta: it’s decadent and sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. I mean, who can not love lasagna, or triple-layer cake, for that matter?
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles, uncooked
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 jar (24 oz or 680 g) marinara sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 small onion, diced
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp oregano, dried
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
20. White Chicken Lasagna Roll Ups
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These lasagna roll ups are creamy, healthy and absolutely beautiful. On days when we’re feeling a bit naughty and rebellious, we like to double the Alfredo sauce and drown the pasta in all of its creamy glory.
Ingredients
- 8 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 cups alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese + ½ cup, divided
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- optional: fresh parsley, finely chopped
21. Crispy Ravioli
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These crispy raviolis (which is a genius idea, by the way) are the perfect appetizer for kids and parties. Pair these bad boys with an Italian sauce trio and tuck in!
Ingredients
- 25 frozen ravioli- thawed
- 1 c. Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 c. fat-free evaporated milk (or milk/buttermilk)
- Canola oil as needed
- 1 jar marina or pizza sauce for dipping
- Fresh parsley & Parmesan cheese for garnish
22. Sausage-Filled Ravioli with Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce
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This chunky pasta dish will turn even the most sour of frowns upside down. Just look at how delicious it is!
Ingredients
Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups flour
- 3 eggs
- 3 tablespoons salad oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Meat Filling:
- 1/2 pound beef, cubed
- 1/2 pound veal, cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- Salt and pepper
- 1 1/2 cups cooked, chopped spinach
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Breading:
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups milk
- 4 cups seasoned bread crumbs
- Grated Parmesan, for garnish
- Tomato sauce, for serving
Most of these dishes are incredibly easy to make and perfect for your next family get-together or dinner. Celebrate life like the Italians with these delicious 22 Homemade Pasta Recipes!
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