Italian Pasta Recipes

This tender saucy Italian Pork Chops With Pasta is made with thick-cut pork, crushed tomatoes, and fresh basil, ready in 35 minutes. Slicing into the juicy meat reveals a rich garlic tomato sauce that clings beautifully to the noodles underneath. I always keep these basic pantry ingredients around for busy weeknights. Why This Classic Works …

This tender, rich Italian Pesto Pasta With Sun Dried Tomatoes is made with fusilli, basil pesto, and sweet sun-dried tomatoes and ready in 25 minutes. The magic happens when the warm pasta hits the pesto, melting it into a glossy sauce. I make this on busy weeknights when I crave something deeply comforting. Why This …

This velvety rich Creamy Italian Four Cheese Alfredo Pasta Sauce is made with cream, butter, and four cheeses and ready in 15 minutes. The magic happens when the grated cheeses slowly melt into the warm cream, forming a thick, glossy coat on the spoon. I always keep these basic ingredients in my fridge for a …

This briny, bold Italian Pasta Puttanesca With Olives And Anchovies is made with crushed tomatoes, garlic, and capers and ready in 25 minutes. Tossing the hot spaghetti directly into the simmering sauce ensures every single strand gets beautifully coated. I rely on this recipe when I need a fast dinner straight from the pantry. Why …

This creamy tender Creamy Italian Salmon Pasta With Asparagus is made with fresh salmon fillets, heavy cream, and crisp asparagus, and ready in 30 minutes. The rich parmesan sauce clings perfectly to every noodle while wrapping around the flaky fish and vibrant green stalks. I love how quickly this restaurant-worthy dinner comes together on a …

This bubbly cheesy Italian Meatball Pasta Bake With Tomato Sauce is made with tender beef meatballs, rigatoni, and mozzarella, and ready in 60 minutes. Pulling the baking dish from the oven reveals a golden crust of melted cheese stretching over saucy pasta and juicy meatballs. I love making this on a chilly weekend evening when …

This creamy, glossy Italian Sausage Pasta With Creamy Vodka Pink Sauce is made with spicy sausage, heavy cream, and vodka, ready in just 30 minutes. The sauce transforms into a stunning sunset pink color as the cream swirls into the tomato reduction. I love how the sausage fat adds extra depth to the silky coating. …

This creamy, meaty Spicy Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta is made with crumbled hot sausage, heavy cream, and tomatoes, ready in just 30 minutes. The rich sauce clings perfectly to the rigatoni’s ridges for a satisfying bite every time. I make this whenever I need a comforting dinner that feels special without the effort. Better Than …

This gooey, bubbling Cheesy Italian Chicken Pasta Bake Casserole is made with tender rotini, shredded chicken, and melted mozzarella, ready in just 45 minutes. The best part is pulling the dish from the oven when the cheese crust is golden brown and sizzling hot. I love making this because it feeds a crowd and tastes …

This hearty, saucy Italian Sausage And Peppers Pasta With Onions is made with mild Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and rigatoni, ready in just 35 minutes. The sauce emulsifies beautifully with the starchy pasta water, coating every ridge of the noodles perfectly. I make this whenever I need a comforting meal that feeds a crowd …