Recipezaar: Beginner Cook,Pasta recipes

Easy Creamy Chicken & Bacon Pasta

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:57:54 -0400

Great easy pasta, kiunda like a carbonara with a few differences. You can choose whateva pasta you want to have it with. I would really like to put a few herbs in there but not sure what will go. please help if you have any suggestions. Thanks -- posted by **Tania **

Cheesy Pasta Bake

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:26:40 -0400

Didn't have much in the house, and wanted something with pasta, so I invented this. My 15 month old loved it, as did my husband! I made this with rotini as that was all I had on hand, you can use whatever pasta you prefer. You can also add more tomatoes if you like more of a chunky sauce. This could also be made with a Jar of spaghetti sauce, or whatever your favorite sauce is. Can also add in ground beef. -- posted by jkm.11.18.

Pasta With a Walnut and Zucchini Sauce

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:20:09 -0400

This is a very light and quick cooking sauce. This isn't a heavy, creamy, thick sauce but has lots of flavor. It cooks up in just minutes. This is perfect for any week night. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Mimi's American Chop Suey

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:02:22 -0400

When I was little my mom made this recipe a lot. It was during World War II and it was very inexpensive to prepare. I loved it. I guess you would call it a comfort food for me as I was always so happy when I asked, "What's for supper" and Ma answered, "Chop Suey". She never called it "American Chop Suey" except on her recipe card. It was always "Chop Suey". I can't believe that I haven't posted this as I still make it often. I guess I figured it wasn't fancy enough and everyone knew about it, but because I don't want to lose it, I am posting it now. You will have most the ingredients in your pantry and freezer--there are only five plus salt and pepper. -- posted by Mimi in Maine

Marilyn's Mac and Cheese With Tomatoes

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:44:20 -0400

This is different from most mac and cheese with tomatoes recipes, as it does not use flour or milk. It's good for potluck suppers. My boyfriend made this with no low-fat adjustments, and it was pretty darn good. I personally would have used low-fat cheese and yogurt instead of sour cream. This was from the October 2009 edition of Country Living magazine. It's really easy to make too. -- posted by Kumquat the Cat's friend

Roasted Chicken Lasagna With Ricotta and Spinach (Taste of Home)

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:54:49 -0400

Easy, delicious lasagna with ricotta, feta, and mozzarella cheese. Saves time using a rotisserie chicken and jarred pasta sauce. Taste like you have slaved for hours. From Taste of Home magazine, submitted by Janet & Greta Podleski. The recipe calls for low fat ingredients but I used full fat much to everyone's approval :) -- posted by Tara_hearts

Smoked Salmon and Spinach Linguine

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:57:08 -0400

This sounds like a speedy meal, that may also be very tasty! -- posted by sweetcakes

Crock Pot Chicken and Angel Hair Pasta

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:19:57 -0400

This has been a family favorite for ages. It is quick and easy to make. -- posted by bmcnichol

Tortellini Salad

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:59:16 -0400

A simple tortellini salad with veggies and a vinaigrette dressing. Simple, and tastes great warm or cold! I got this recipe from a former roommate, and we used to eat it pretty much weekly. This keeps well in the refrigerator, but you can eat it right away too. The feta cheese adds a nice punch, but the mozzarella makes for a more comfort-food feel; try both if you'd like! This is great as a meal in itself or as a side dish. -- posted by Barucha

Turkey Tortellini Soup

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:15:10 -0400

Hearty, filling, and very easy. -- posted by DrGaellon

Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:24:36 -0400

Delicious and an easy, healthy meal! Slightly altered from http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/quick-weeknight-meals-2009/nicoles-spinach-lasagna-roll-ups-quick-weeknight-meals-recipe-contest-2009-096780 -- posted by Chef #1328009

Baked Cheesy Ham and Spaghetti Casserole

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:51:00 -0400

This is a favorite dish of mine for leftover ham. I like to use a mix of parmesan and white cheddar or you can use a monterey jack cheese if you prefer that, but it is just creamy and comforting. I love to bake a ham once a month. I cut it up and freeze and that way I always have a quick meal waiting to be put together. So many people only cook ham on holidays, but it is a great resource and inexpensive. Give this a try for a nice way to use your leftovers and good comfort food on a chilly night. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Tortellini-Asparagus Salad

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:55:14 -0400

Lite, satisfying summer salad. -- posted by Pammy Sue

Easy No Boil Pasta Bake

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:43:52 -0400

Campbell's used to make a jarred pasta bake sauce that I loved when my kids were little and time was short! When it was discontinued I discovered that the same recipe could be used with any jarred pasta sauce. My oldest son, who is away at college, asked me for some easy recipes that he can make with minimal mess and time and this recipe popped into my head... I thought I'd post it since I couldn't find any others like it on Zaar. -- posted by Hollyism

Pasta Fazul

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:52:49 -0400

This was one of the recipes my mother-in-law passed down to me when I got married and it's SOOOOO good! Very easy to prepare and tastes even better the next day. I usually vacuum seal the left overs and freeze for another night. My Mother-in-Law uses 2 cloves of garlic, I use 4 or 5. A family favorite! -- posted by Tattooed Mama

Creamy Ham Fettuccine (Quick and Easy)

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:35:39 -0400

This is a great recipe for a weeknight....it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare using cooked ham! With a salad and some garlic bread, this makes for a quick and easy meal. The original recipe comes from Taste of Home, submitted by Angie Smith. Try it over angel hair pasta too...its yummy with that as well. -- posted by breezermom

Orzotto With Zucchini & Pesto (Orzo Risotto)

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:58:58 -0400

This creamy,golden, and delicious dish is from acclaimed Italian chef Cesare Casella. He serves it at his restaurant, Salumeria Rosi, on the Upper West Side. Orzo is easier to work with than rice. You can cook it 3/4 of the way and hold it, chilled, in the refrigerator and add the last half cup of broth and half cup of water the next day. Recipe was printed in the New York Times. -- posted by blucoat

Easy Southwestern Macaroni

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:40:05 -0400

What I imagine southwestern macaroni would taste like...a little twist on classic mac n cheese, if you will. Feel free to make your own cheese sauce and spice it however you'd like, but the point of this recipe is being too lazy to do so. :D -- posted by the80srule

Rachel's Fried Ravioli

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:49:37 -0400

Very yummy and easy fried ravioli. Feel free to use your own homemade ravioli, I had coupons for Buitoni so I got their whole-wheat 4-cheese ravioli, it turned out great. Using this to make fried gnocchi works well too! (I especially love frying up whole wheat pumpkin gnocchi.) Makes an awesome kid pleaser, comfort food, and party favorite. -- posted by the80srule

Vegetarian Noodle Salad!

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:19:50 -0400

Great warm and cold. A great mix of Italian seasonings. A recipe I have used for years! Great for work! No Work! -- posted by ZiggyStarDust

Delicious Veggie & Herb Ravioli Soup

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:20:24 -0400

I received this wonderful recipe from my sister. I love that the only preparation needed is to chop up some garlic and herbs. I really like flavor of this soup's base as it is seasoned with garlic, herbs, tomatoes and chicken. This is a great meal to make when time is short. Lastly, I do not care for red peppers. In most recipes, I won't include them. Thankfully I tried this with the red peppers included, and I can't imagine this soup without them. -- posted by Leilani

Ramen Delight

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:20:38 -0400

Take your 20cent ramen package lunch to a whole new level! You'll never scoff at that package again. -- posted by CabreraBunch

Quick & Easy Creamy Basil and Tomato Sauce over Fresh Pasta

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:19:38 -0400

This is a favorite quick sauce for pasta. I love to serve this with fresh pasta, basil and tomatoes. It takes only minutes and is so easy ... but so good. Serve with with a fresh green salad and of course some crusty bread. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Easy Tomato-Bacon Pasta Sauce

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:07:40 -0400

I found this recipe online. It sounded so yummy so I decided to post it here for safekeeping. I have not tried it yet, but will do so later on this week. -- posted by LoveToBake67

Meatball & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:56:57 -0400

This dish is really easy to make, and my husband and three year old son love it. I used turkey meatballs, but you can use any type of meatball for this recipe. A salad would make a great side dish! -- posted by Faith T

Beef and Mushroom Lasagna

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:50:57 -0400

From a Campbell's Soup ad in a magazine. -- posted by mailbelle

Bacon Ranch Slow Cooked Chicken

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:53:32 -0400

This recipe is super easy, it tastes like an Alfredo, so kids and adults all enjoy! I find that I tend to use more bacon than what the recipe calls for, just a little FYI. -- posted by Amanda H.

Pioneer Woman Macaroni & Cheese

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:02:35 -0400

Made this just a few days ago and it is super Yummy! I don't think I'll make Mac and Cheese any other way. I really loved the hint of garlic. Although I'll probably cut back on the salt next time, my own fault. Otherwise make a batch and just dig in! -- posted by ChrissyVas80

Linguine With Artichokes and Leeks

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:33:55 -0400

I love artichokes, leeks, lemon and fresh Parmesan so I had to try this pasta recipe from Real Simple magazine. And it really is real simple, too. -- posted by Eat Your Vegetables!

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:48:22 -0400

Great comfort food! Super easy and delicious. Classic Mac & Cheese with a tomato twist. -- posted by PastaQueenKaite

Momma Pauline's Baked Mac and Cheese

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:32:51 -0400

My mom used to make this all the time for us growing up. The simplicity of the recipe compared to the end product results in pure comfort food. It is inexpensive, filling, and provides killer leftovers that my kids even eat cold. Have the kids help with ripping the cheese slices into little pieces but be careful how much they sneak-a-snack before dinner. -- posted by Phinatic1972

Bachelor's Bounty

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:10:36 -0400

Found by my DD while looking for a vegan recipe to serve for dinner at www.fatfreevegan.com. -- posted by I hate coming up with handles :)

Whole Grain Rotini Carbonara

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:44:11 -0400

Using the whole-grain rotini helps balance the unhealthy factor of the cream and bacon. You can use any pasta for it, though. -- posted by Cluich

Baked American Spaghetti

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:24:39 -0400

This is a recipe I used to make years ago and forgot about until my sister wanted the recipe.....I had to go hunting for it and I am putting here for her to get and for me to rememeber to make again. -- posted by CIndytc

10 Point Weight Watchers Friendly Spaghetti & Meatballs

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:21:44 -0400

I came up with this recipe when my husband and I had a craving for meatballs when we were doing weight watchers. I've included the brand names of the ingredients for those of you counting points so you can get the exact same thing. Enjoy! -- posted by Cucina Italiana de Pepe

Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:11:18 -0400

I cut this out of a Cooking Light Magazine March 2009. It looks scrumptious and easy! -- posted by CIndytc

Guiseppe's Real Italian Pasta With Pork and Broccoli

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:13:00 -0400

I learned to cook this dish from a visiting Italian artist and it is just wonderful. He used about triple the amount of olive oil I can bring myself to pour in, but either way is delightful. All of the amounts here are estimates - just use what looks right or suits your crowd. -- posted by Chef #847456

Creamy Pasta & Tomato With Italian Sausage

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:15:02 -0400

I just made the one of the best creamy macaroni and tomato dish Ive ever had! I got tired of the same old stuff and started experimentingIts quick, pretty cheap, easy to make and very versatile. Try it with sweet, spicy or mild Italian sausage or even ground beef, turkey or chicken. -- posted by kcdelong

Armadillos (Stuffed Jumbo Shells) OAMC

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:30:16 -0400

I adapted this recipe from traditional stuffed shells recipes because my DH and I do not like ricotta cheese. This is a GREAT recipe for kids who are picky eaters (kids think it is fun because they actually look like little armadillos!) and my nephew loves these. Great served with garlic bread or salad. Freezes well also. -- posted by NICU Nurse Dee

Ham & Cheese Ramen Noodles ^_^ Cheap Budget Meal

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:13:58 -0400

I make this almost everyday for an after college snack. It's soooo tasty. I cook the noodles a little different than most people so these noodles do have a strong flavor. Of course most any package of Ramen Noodles will work, but I prefer the texture of "Maruchan" Ramen Noodles. -- posted by RavenousRaven

Satay Beef

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:51:22 -0500

Really easy to make, pretty delicious. Unfortunately I do it all by eyeing out the ingredients, but I tried to guesstimate. -- posted by Chef #1407876

Easy Beef Stroganoff

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:59:10 -0500

Quick & easy beef stroganoff recipe that's been in my family for 30 years. It's kid-friendly and takes about 30 minutes to complete. -- posted by pumpkinoodle

Lazy Lasagna

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:17:20 -0500

Easiest lasagna I've ever made. Very quick and simple, and everyone thats tasted it says its the best they've ever had. My daughter is to young but my 2 year old neice cant get enough. -- posted by Chef #1433299

Chicken and Noodles

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:48:47 -0500

This is a recipe I grew up on. My mom worked 2-3 jobs at a time, and this is something quick and easy she could make between jobs. -- posted by Barefoot

Warm Pasta Provencale With Spinach, Goat Cheese and Herbs

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:02:44 -0500

Pasta Provencale is a breeze to prepare, with only about 30 minutes from start to finish! It's great served for lunch on the patio or terrace, or as a starter for a dinner party-- and may be enjoyed either warm, or at room temperature. Serve with a good crusty bread and bottle of wine, et voila! -- posted by BecR

Alternative Lasagna

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:22:45 -0500

**A new twist on an old favorite. No ground beef or tomatoes in this one! -- posted by Jenny M

Walnut and Roasted Fennel Pasta

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:38:28 -0500

This is a absolute fantastic side dish. Serve with some grilled steak or chicken and this is just creamy and good. I know it sounds a bit different, but it is really worth trying. The last wedding I catered I had request after request for this recipe. I don't necessarily consider this as a main dish, but a wonderful side dish. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Beefy Cheesy Pasta

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:34:14 -0500

Super easy quick and scrumptious. Everything can be changed and it would still work fine! -- posted by DarkStarBTJ@yahoo.com

Chicken and Veggetable Pasta

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:57:50 -0500

Simple and quick pasta that you can make with almost anything you have in the house (only a few of the ingredients are things you may not have). Doesn't use pasta sauce, olive oil and spices instead, and tons of veggies or just a few. (can be made for anyone who loves or hates veggies!) Many other vegetables are good options but I use these commonly (I would try artichoke hearts and other things if my boyfriend would eat them) -- posted by RealHalfTimeShow

Classic Skillet or Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:16:32 -0500

This is just good 'ol mac and cheese- rich, creamy and satisfying. Any cheese you like can be put in there, and any shaped noodle will work (though I think elbows, penne and rotini work best). Whole milk makes a richer mac and cheese, but didn't miss it here (and dh only will drink whole milk!). This will serve 8 adults a main course, more if there are kids or as a side. -- posted by newmama

Spaghetti With Braised Kale (Bon Appétit)

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:59:38 -0500

An easy vegetarian (or vegan) recipe from Molly Wizenberg printed in Bon Appétit (October 2009). Lacitano kale is also called Tuscan kale or dinosaur kale. This recipe is very adaptable. You can add shallots, red pepper flakes, or other herbs and spices. Season with salt and pepper. -- posted by blucoat

Gourmet Mac & Cheese W/ Lots of Variations

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:17:50 -0500

Tweak the spices to your liking. I like it also without the paprika, but garnished with a sprig of fresh rosemary. Also try making it cheesier or adding or substituting cheeses. I've made an excellent one with brie. I've also used canned tuna instead of chicken for a quicker version. I have also experimented with different seasonings and rubs for the chicken or tuna, including celery salt, cayenne, rosemary, cumin, etc. Changing the pasta also greatly changes the flavor as well, in my opinion. Can be made with dried spices but I recommend fresh! To go above and beyond, you can also bake the finished casserole with a breadcrumb or other topping. -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Goat Cheese and Zucchini Linguini

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:30:54 -0500

A healthy (well healthier) take on alfredo... I recommend buying your goat cheese in a fresh log and crumbling it yourself as it retains more moisture and melts better! -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Traditional Baked Ziti

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:10:49 -0500

I got this recipe from my mother. It's delicious and flavorful. It doesn't call for a lot of fuss and makes excellent leftovers. -- posted by NickleBoodle19

Moroccan Pasta Salad With Tuna

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:21:41 -0500

This is another pasta salad that my husband enjoys. Sometimes I use frozen corn & add it to the pasta while boiling. -- posted by Nasseh

Mexi-Mac

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:13:33 -0500

I made this recipe just trying to create something super easy and fast!! this is very good. I love to eat it with corn tortilla chips! MMMMM!! -- posted by whatsachef?

Fresh Herb Linguine

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:13:27 -0500

A buttery fresh herb sauce makes this pasta a perfect accompaniment to most meat. Land-O-Lakes Cookbook. -- posted by daisygrl64

Best Vegan Mac and Cheese in the Entire World

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:27:20 -0500

Originally posted on VegWeb.com by beep_i_am_a_robot. I haven't made this myself yet, but I want to get the nutritional breakdown. I plan to tweek by reducing the salt content (using Bragg's amino rather than soy and leaving out the salt), reducing the fat and increasing the tofu (several reviewers on VegWeb have done this and liked it). This is the original recipe, including typing and grammatical mistakes. Serving size is estimated. -- posted by I hate coming up with handles :)

Creamy Chicken and Kabocha Squash Shells

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:57:12 -0500

Don't be deceived by the lack of added seasonings. It is full of flavor! Adding the squash makes the whole thing rich and smooth, with a color and consistency similar to Kraft Mac'N'Cheese! Delicious! Even my daughters loved it! (3 yrs & 7 mos) I just took the chicken out for my baby girl, mashed it up, and she couldn't have enough! This recipe makes a whole stock-pot full, and it's super easy to make, so it's a great one to make and freeze the leftovers. I was going to, but it we scarfed it all up in 2 days! -- posted by Chef #1459874

Easy Baked Mac and Cheese

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:38:54 -0500

Easy and Delicious, you'll never want to go for the Kraft box of blues again!! -- posted by grt61787

Rachel's Simple & Flavorful Garden Mac N Cheese

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:52:32 -0500

A nice veggie and flavor loaded mac and cheese dish that doesn't require making a sauce! Cavatappi pasta does well with this too. Good way to get your kids to eat their veggies and a good one-dish meal for vegetarians. -- posted by the80srule

Mexican Skillet Lasagna

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:51:35 -0500

Got this from January 2010 Cooking club magazine. Haven't tried it yet, but it looks good and I don't want to lose it. -- posted by SaffronMeSilly

Pasta and Beans

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:35:10 -0500

I found this recipe in a Nancy Clark Sports Nutrition Guidebook, but had to change it up for a vegetarian and a lactose-intolerant person! An easy and quick version of pasta so you can have some variety with the pasta! Finished with a salad, its a great, well-rounded meal! You can also add extra veggies and spices as you want (I like to add some garlic and red pepper flakes). You can also add cheese on top- I didn't so it would be lactose-free (although you can add goat cheese for lactose free as well!). I also suggest a smaller type of pasta, like shells, rotini, etc) -- posted by Chef #1294045

Sarasota's Creamy Mussels over Pasta With Herb Bread

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:12:52 -0500

Easy and flavorful. A rich creamy broth which can be served over angel hair pasta and crusty bread slathered with a herb butter. Now you can make your own butter, however, you can also buy a stick of herb butter right from any major grocery store which is great to keep on hand. The mussels open in a light creamy broth with tons of flavor, served in a large bowl so the bread and pasta can soak up all the good sauce. A fair amount of ingredients, but nothing hard. This recipe is for 8, but you can easily cut it in half. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Linguine With Smoked Salmon Sauce for One

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:57:43 -0500

A quick and delicious recipe from Judith Jones' wonderful new book, "The Pleasures of Cooking for One". -- posted by blucoat

Leeandra's Infamous Macaroni and Cheese

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:48:51 -0500

Easy way to make baked macaroni. This stuff is cholesterolly goodness. It will kill you dead, which is why I only make it at the holidays. -- posted by Leeandra

Easy Baked Ziti

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:26:17 -0500

As a grad student, I'm always looking for recipes that are quick, easy and relatively cheap, but taste great at the same time! I adapted this ziti dish from a number of recipes online after none of them were precisely what I wanted. I hope that you enjoy it too. The cheese is simply what I tend to keep in the fridge and therefore what I had to put the recipe together. It was a good combination, but you can substitute whatever you would like for it. Equally, you can leave out the ground beef if you'd like it to be vegetarian. I would perhaps substitute some mushrooms, spinach, etc. for it. -- posted by Chef #601730

Sarasota's Ham, Pea, Penne, in a Fontina Cheese Sauce

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:20:32 -0500

This is a great way to use up leftover ham, some frozen peas and some pasta and you have an amazing quick dinner. Now I really think that a combination of the fontina cheese and the parmesan is what makes this good. You can use other pastas, but I happen to like the penne or the small penne. My favorite is to serve this with balsamic grilled portabello mushrooms and a good glass of red wine. NOTE: Using a fresh Tagliatelle or similar pasta would make this over the top. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Cheeseburger Soup

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:30:10 -0500

A delicious cheese sauce based soup made with ground beef and lots of veggies! My 2 year old daughter licks her bowl clean everytime I make a pot of this soup, not to mention anyone else I serve it to. -- posted by theveggiedisguiser

Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:40:20 -0500

This recipe is very cheesy and creamy and delicious :D -- posted by Kaitrin

Alfredo Cheese Pasta

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:31:28 -0500

I had this on a school felid trip. I do not eat meat so they gave this to me instead of stew. We were on a ship like we were an actually the crew. -- posted by Chef #1506598

Pasta With Smothered Onion Sauce (Marcella Hazan)

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:36:33 -0500

This is an easy, delicious, and simple recipe from "Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking" by Marcella Hazan. You just mix all the ingredients on the stove and come back and hour later. The onions get meltingly soft and sweet. It'salso great with some crumbled blue cheese. If you use homemade pasta, which is more absorbent than spaghetti, you should start with 1 tbsp more butter when making the sauce. TO MAKE AHEAD : You can cook the sauce entirely in advance up to the point where you add the parsley. When you are nearly ready to toss with the pasta, reheat the sauce over medium heat and add the parsley just before draining the pasta. -- posted by blucoat

Cheeseburger Mac

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:03:01 -0500

For when you want to know EXACTLY what's in your home-helped hamburger. -- posted by SnoBahr

Pasta With Tuna, Spinach, and Red Pepper Flakes

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:03:52 -0500

The original recipe came from the San Francisco Chronicle. The original recipe calls for arugula (which I love) but it's hard to find sometimes, so I switched to fresh spinach. If you can find an Italian tonno in olive oil (Bumble Bee has one in the gold can which I can easily find), then it's worth the extra money to use. However, I have used tuna in water when it was all I had in the pantry. Just drain the water and add a little olive oil to the can, since this tuna is a bit drier than the Italian version. Let it marinate for about an hour, then drain it and use. Canned tuna has never tasted so good!!! I love this recipe for a quick dinner that I can throw together out of the pantry in less than 30 minutes, and DH was surprised how good it was when he first tasted it. This is a good base recipe to add extra goodies (sun dried tomatoes, mushrooms, artichokes, black olives, capers, etc.). I look forward to reading your comments with your add ins :) -- posted by CharlieGal

Healthy, Fast, and Delicious Macaroni and Cheese With Vegetables

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:23:34 -0500

I love macaroni and cheese. It's homey, comforting, delicious, and versatile. I love this mac and cheese recipe because in addition to being cream and soul-satisfying as all mac and cheese should be, it is also incredibly easy to prepare and lower calorie. I have adapted the recipe from this New York Times recipe: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/15/health/healthspecial2/15recipekids-pasta.html -- posted by jo_mama

Perciatelli All'amatricianna

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:32:51 -0500

Light, fresh tasting, simple, and really GOOD. Reminds me of a wonderful dish I had in Sicily (the name escapes me because of a rapidly advancing case of CRS). Got this recipe from Redbook Magazine. Please go to the trouble of finding both types of canned tomato. It makes a difference in the result. We have served this at dinner parties, and it is always a smash hit. -- posted by MTDavids

Awesome Low-Cal Low-Fat Tabouli Salad

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:01:17 -0500

A tangy viniagrette makes this parsley, tomato, and tiny pasta salad simply scrumptious! -- posted by kittyroara

Meguin's Yakisoba

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:57:03 -0500

This is a delicious comfort food, though it is definitely not traditional. The tonkatsu sauce is also good with fried chicken (especially chicken katsu) and fries. I also use it in my yakisoba. Hold the meat, and you have a delicious side dish. If you want to make it vegetarian, use a vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. This is also good with extra-firm tofu. -- posted by Meguin

Chili Noodle Casserole

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:59:34 -0500

Yummy! A different chili mac. :) -- posted by 2Bleu

Creamy Cheesy Easy Tuna Tetrazzini

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:05:13 -0500

A hit with the kids and adults in my house - super simple and budget-conscious to boot. I adapted this recipe slightly from Sandi Richard's Family Dinner Fix cookbook. -- posted by Emily

Cheesy Tuna Ramen

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:04:28 -0500

Cheap. Easy. Not so healthy, but Delicious! You can use chicken instead of tuna as well... -- posted by Chef Mac91

Rice Cooker Asian Noodle Soup

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:31:05 -0500

Quick and easy noodle soup made 100% in the rice cooker. You can also make this in a crock pot. -- posted by Ambrosia for Guen

Mums Macaroni Cheese

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:18:21 -0500

I love macaroni cheese, especially when I can smuggle veg into it. -- posted by rasully

Shrimp and Pasta Skillet

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:52:58 -0500

This one-dish meal is quick, easy, and tasty. The recipe is from a local periodical. -- posted by D. Todd Miller

Weight Watchers Crock Pot Chicken Stroganoff Remake

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:37:29 -0500

This is a remake of 4 point recipe #322468. The Dollar General within walking distance of me does not carry non-fat sour cream or the 98% fat free soup. Plus its a larger can. I est that my version comes in at 5 or 6 points, plus noodles. The other recipe did not have noodles listed but I will so we can get the correct points. -- posted by Chef JDecember28

Fresh Tomato Pasta With Veggies

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:20:50 -0500

A fresh tomato sauce that is a snap to make. Very easy to switch out the veggies,pasta,sausage for things you might like or have on hand.Use the salt amounts to your liking The sauce is soo good! This is Tylers recipe with a a few changes from me. Have fun with it! -- posted by mamadeedee

Broccoli Pesto & Fusilli Pasta Recipe

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:27:40 -0500

A really tasty,healthy and quick recipe from 101cookbooks.com. -- posted by Moll Moll

Sandra Lee's Noodles Alfredo

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:21:17 -0500

This is a recipe by Sandra Lee for a very, very basic alfredo sauce with noodles for a super quick weeknight dinner. -- posted by TheTinyBaker

Quick Ranch Pasta

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:11:36 -0500

This is a quick and yummy meal. -- posted by Chef #1386101

Honey Chicken Macaroni With Cheese

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:20:02 -0500

I got this recipe off of a whole wheat pasta box many years ago, a nice twist on pasta with chicken. It is easy to prepared early and bake later. -- posted by MuShell

Garlic Prawn Pasta

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:11:09 -0500

Months of trial and error have created the best ! Pasta ! Ever ! For lovers of garlic. -- posted by Dipps

Macaroni Salad Ala Melba

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:34:09 -0500

I picked this recipe up from a friend while living in Ireland. I believe it's actually a philipino recipe. Regardless of it's origins it's simple and delicious. Perfect for a warm summer day. -- posted by Banriona Aeval

Sweet Somen Noodles

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:40:30 -0500

I add this to the somen noodles I serve my Taiwanese Spaghetti recipe with for a little extra sweetness. Found this recipe off the internet from someone who would eat the somen noodles made this way alone (kind of bland in my opinion, but you can eat it that way, too). This noodle can be served cold or warm, depending on preference. Cooking time is the time it takes to boil the somen noodles -- posted by Fluffkins

Elbow Broccoli Bake

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:44:32 -0500

No not your elbow -- elbow pasta! (Mine would be too fatty, anyway...) -- posted by Mareesme

Marcaroni and Cheese Italia

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:09:27 -0500

Quick and easy baked pasta dish...Italian style. -- posted by topchefddb

Best Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce over Mushroom Ravioli

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:33:49 -0500

Delicious and creamy marsala wine sauce paired with portobello mushroom stuffed ravioli. Copy-Cat of the Macaroni Grill Mushroom Ravioli entree. -- posted by nmlawrence

Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca, Italian Style

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:00:41 -0500

I first was introduced to this recipe when I was reading the book, "Belong to Me", when the main character "would have sold her soul" for a plate of this. I had to do further research and hours later, found a recipe that I was happy with sharing. There are American versions of this and Italian versions of this. The Italian version has you begin by reducing the anchovies into a paste, reducing their fishy taste. It also has you cook the sauce longer, mingling the flavours and reducing the tomatoes into their own paste. Although excellent the 1st day, it is even better the second so plan ahead to make more! And please, RESIST the urge to cover this with cheese! Italians customarily do not use cheese in this dish; the cheese overwhelms the sauce and makes the anchovies more pronounced, unbalancing all the delicate flavours you just worked so hard to create. -- posted by The_Swedish_Chef

Sarasota's Spinach and Onion Fried Spaghetti

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:43:26 -0500

Leftover pasta? ... this is a favorite. A box of frozen spinach, a little cheese and a perfect side dish. Serve this along a roast chicken, grilled steak and my favorite is a grilled ham steak. Very quick and easy. -- posted by SarasotaCook

Applebees Style 3 Cheese Chicken Penne

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:58:22 -0500

A just wonderful Penne dish with Italian cheese and grilled chicken. Very simple but surprisingly good. This based on a recipe is from Hub Pages Restaurant food at home it is extremely well done. -- posted by Hobittual

Linguine With Spinach, Almonds, and Bread Crumbs

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:27:39 -0500

A wonderful, simple, tasty meatless pasta dish, full of flavor and very satisfying! -- posted by Cooputo