Italian Pasta Recipes

This creamy rich Sun-dried Tomato Pasta is made with garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese and ready in 25 minutes. The sauce thickens around the pasta while the sweet tomato pieces release their deep flavor into the cream. I find myself making this on busy weeknights when the fridge looks empty. Why This Classic Works …

This creamy earthy Mushroom Ricotta Pasta is made with fresh mushrooms, whole milk ricotta, and parmesan, ready in 25 minutes. The starchy pasta water melts the ricotta into a silky sauce that clings to every noodle. I always keep a tub of ricotta in the fridge just to make this quick dinner. Why This Classic …

This creamy silky Pappardelle Pasta with Peas is made with sweet green peas, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese and ready in 25 minutes. The wide ribbons of pasta fold beautifully into the rich sauce, catching little bright green peas in every bite. I love making this quick meal on busy weeknights when I crave comfort. …

This creamy tender Spinach Feta Pasta is made with a block of feta cheese, fresh spinach, and cherry tomatoes, and is ready in 40 minutes. Stirring the hot noodles into the melted cheese creates a rich, glossy sauce instantly. I always keep these simple ingredients stocked for busy weeknights. The Secret To Getting It Right …

Pioneer Woman White Lasagna packs layers of grilled squash and wilted spinach into a satisfyingly dense pasta bake that redefines traditional vegetable bakes. The dish balances the subtle sweetness of char-marked yellow squash with the sharp punch of basil pesto and chopped artichoke hearts. You can have this entire comforting meal assembled, baked, and cooling …

This rich, hearty Stanley Tucci Italian Tagliatelle Bolognese is made with ground beef, pancetta, and crushed tomatoes and ready in 2 hours and 20 minutes. The slow simmering melts the soffritto into the meat, creating a deeply savory sauce that clings perfectly to the wide ribbons of pasta. I find making this authentic ragu incredibly …

This creamy, rich Stanley Tucci Italian Spaghetti alla Nerano is made with fried zucchini, sharp provolone, and fresh basil, ready in 45 minutes. The magic happens when the hot pasta water melts the cheese into the soft zucchini, creating a naturally glossy emulsion. I love how such simple ingredients produce an incredibly luxurious dinner. Why …

This creamy, savory Stanley Tucci Italian Spaghetti alle Zucchine is made with fried zucchini, spaghetti, and sharp provolone, ready in 45 minutes. The magic happens when the hot pasta water melts the cheese into a rich, glossy emulsion. I love making this when I want a simple yet luxurious dinner. Why This Classic Works I …

This rich, velvety Stanley Tucci Italian Maria Rosa Tomato Sauce Pasta is made with crushed tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil, ready in 30 minutes. The garlic softening slowly in olive oil before hitting the vibrant tomatoes creates an incredible depth of flavor. I love how this simple dish feels like a warm hug on a …

This is spaghetti carbonara with guanciale, egg yolks, pecorino romano, and black pepper. The sauce turns silky because the fat and pasta water emulsify together, which means no cream and no shortcuts. Start to plate in 15 minutes. This recipe comes from Jamie Oliver’s YouTube channel. He cracks the peppercorns and sieves out the outer …