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17 Pasta Dishes to Add to Your Arsinal of Easy Dinners

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Pasta is the ultimate go-to for easy and satisfying dinners, and these 17 recipes are here to expand your arsenal of delicious options. From classics like Penne Alla Vodka and Shrimp Alfredo to hearty soups like Lemon Orzo and Tortellini Vegetable Soup, there’s a dish for every craving. Whether you prefer creamy, spicy, or veggie-packed, these recipes deliver bold flavors with minimal effort, making them perfect for weeknight meals or relaxed weekends.

Lemon Orzo Soup

A pot of chicken orzo soup with slices of carrots, celery, lemon wedges, and chopped parsley beckons from within its vibrant blue-edged embrace. Perfect for comfort food recipes, this soup cradles a ladle ready to serve warmth and flavor.
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Enjoy a fresh and zesty Lemon Orzo Soup packed with tender chicken, veggies, and pasta—it’s comfort food in a bowl! Quick, tasty, and a hit with the whole family.

Get The Recipe: Lemon Orzo Soup

Spinach Mushroom Pasta

A close up image of pasta in a creamy sauce with mushrooms and spinach.
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This Creamy Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta recipe is delicious and can be ready in less than 30 minutes!

Get The Recipe: Spinach Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

a white plate with Chicken Sundried Tomato Pasta and a fork.
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This recipe is all about convenience and flavor! Juicy chicken and sun-dried tomatoes bathe in a luxurious cream sauce, coming together in a 30-minute masterpiece. It’s a weeknight dinner win that’s guaranteed to satisfy.

Get The Recipe: Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

Pasta Alla Norma

A close-up of a plate of penne pasta topped with a rich red tomato sauce, reminiscent of Pasta Alla Norma. The pasta is garnished with fresh chopped basil and grated cheese, creating a visually appetizing dish. The background is a white marble surface, providing a clean and elegant setting.
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This isn’t just a recipe – it’s your passport to Italian culinary adventures! Our beginner-friendly guide to Pasta Alla Norma walks you through the process step-by-step, offering valuable pro tips along the way. The result? A delicious and authentic Italian dish that’s easier to make than you think.

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Pasta With Cauliflower

a spoonful of cauliflower sauce being added to a dish of pasta.
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This rustic pasta dish comes together in just 30 minutes, bringing hearty flavors to your table in a flash. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds the perfect finishing touch for a satisfying and speedy meal.

Get The Recipe: Pasta With Cauliflower

Tortellini Alfredo

A green bowl filled with tortellini pasta in a creamy Alfredo sauce, mixed with wilted spinach and small pieces of bacon. The dish appears rich and savory, promising to be a good indulgence for any meal.
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Indulge your senses with this rich and flavorful pasta dish. Creamy garlic sauce mingles with salty pancetta, vibrant spinach, and your favorite pasta for a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. It’s a culinary adventure in every bite!

Get The Recipe: Tortellini Alfredo

Tuna Pasta

A plate of tuna pasta with olives and tomato sauce
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Short on time? This pasta dish is your new best friend. With a few pantry staples like tuna and olives, you can whip up a delicious and satisfying meal in no time. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Get The Recipe: Tuna Pasta

Spicy Shrimp Spaghetti

Shrimp spaghetti twirled on a fork.
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Perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti is an ideal base for tender, juicy shrimp. The dish shines with a lively tomato sauce infused with the essence of garlic, white wine, and fresh herbs, bringing a burst of vibrant flavors to each bite.

Get The Recipe: Shrimp Spaghetti

Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

A fork twirls a serving of spaghetti with a rich meat sauce, featuring ground beef, tomatoes, and herbs. The dish is garnished with melted cheese, creating a comforting and savory meal.
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This quick and easy Spaghetti Bolognese recipe creates a delicious meat sauce that’s bursting with Italian flavor! Plus, it’s ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy night!

Get The Recipe: Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

Cavatelli and Broccoli

a serving spoon in a big pan of Cavatelli and Broccoli
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Elevate your weeknight routine with this incredibly easy Cavatelli and Broccoli recipe. Despite its simplicity, the dish packs a flavor punch that will leave you surprised. It’s a perfect example of how effortless preparation can lead to a delicious and satisfying meal.

Get The Recipe: Cavatelli and Broccoli

Shrimp Alfredo

A close-up of a plate of Shrimp Alfredo Pasta. The pasta appears to be coated in a creamy white sauce, and the shrimp are large and pink, garnished with a sprinkle of herbs. A fork rests on the plate's rim.
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You’ll love this quick and easy Italian pasta dish featuring garlicky shrimp and fettuccine pasta drenched in a luxurious cream sauce.

Get The Recipe: Shrimp Alfredo

Red Pesto Sauce

A close up photo of a plate of angel hair pasta with pesto sauce sprinkled with grated cheese and chopped parsley
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Skip the store-bought stuff! This Red Pesto sauce comes together in minutes, exploding with flavor and ready to elevate any dish.

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Penne Alla Vodka

Penne Alla Vodka piled high on a white plate, sprinkled with parmasean cheese.
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Tender penne pasta bathes in a luxurious vodka cream sauce, ensuring every bite is a flavor explosion. This dish is surprisingly easy to make, yet impressive enough for a special occasion.

Get The Recipe: Penne Alla Vodka

White Clam Sauce

a plate of spaghetti with white clam sauce with clams in the shell and a fork twirling spaghetti
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Flavorful clams and robust pasta unite in a delightful white wine sauce, enhanced by zesty lemon and a dash of parsley. This dish adds a celebratory flair to any meal.

Get The Recipe: Clam Sauce

Quick & Hearty Tortellini Vegetable Soup

A bowl of hearty tortellini vegetable soup
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This recipe is a blank canvas for your veggie creativity! Packed with flavor and protein-rich tortellini, it’s a healthy and versatile soup base. Use your favorite seasonal vegetables to create a delicious and satisfying meal that fits your taste preferences.

Get The Recipe: Quick & Hearty Tortellini Vegetable Soup

The Best Fettuccine Alfredo of Your Life

A close up image of pair of cooking tongs serving a portion of Fettuccine Alfredo into a bowl.
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Forget everything else – this Fettuccine Alfredo recipe is pure indulgence! A luxurious cream sauce coats perfectly cooked fettuccine, creating a symphony of creamy richness that’s ready in just 20 minutes. It’s the ultimate comfort food fix!

Get The Recipe: The Best Fettuccine Alfredo of Your Life

Amatriciana Pasta

A heaping bowl of pasta with Amatriciana Sauce topped with grated cheese.
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Staying authentic to its origins, it showcases a zesty tomato sauce infused with the rich flavors of pancetta, onions, and white wine. Simply toss it with your preferred pasta for a swift and delectable weeknight dinner.

Get The Recipe: Amatriciana Sauce

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