15 Best Quick and Easy Pasta Recipes - Damn Delicious (2024)

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Post navigation Want to Save this Recipe for Later? Leave a Reply 19 comments Samantha Mac Dougall — May 19, 2018 @ 7:19 AM Reply I’m so in love with your pasta dishes. If only I could eat pasta everyday! Thank you. Frances Cogan — May 16, 2018 @ 4:23 PM Reply Had a pkg. of three cheese tortolilli in my freezer for months. Didn’t know what to do with it. Saw the spinach tomato recipe. Wow perfect timing..I had to omit the spinach because of a dietary problem so I substituted green and yellow beans and baby peas..it was delicious ..next time I may add a little white wine or dry sherry..my husband loved it.it’s a great dish for company..Bravo..I love your recipes Jana @ Damn Delicious — May 17, 2018 @ 12:39 PM Reply Great Frances! Thank you for sharing! Alexa baran — July 24, 2017 @ 4:47 AM Reply I really loved reading your blog. I also found your posts very interesting. In fact after reading, I had to go show it to my friend and he ejoyed it as well! Dominzo peresta — July 18, 2017 @ 3:41 AM Reply Great post. Articles that have meaningful and insightful comments are more enjoyable, at least to me. It’s interesting to read what other people thought and how it relates to them or their clients, as their perspective could possibly help you in the future. Smartpastamaker — November 3, 2016 @ 8:47 PM Reply Awesome pasta recipes. Hope you will add more recipes about pasta. I also using those recipes in my sites and cradit goes to you. You inspried me.Thanks with love. FabulousPasta — May 26, 2016 @ 8:24 AM Reply Great collection of recipes. I would like to add a link to this page from my website, would you be okay with this? These recipes are great for people that are new at making pasta and want to learn more recipes, and I think these recipes could help out a lot of my visitors. Thanks in advance!Julia Chungah — May 26, 2016 @ 9:42 AM Reply Yes, absolutely. I just ask that the recipes are not republished in any manner. Thank you for the share! Cheryl King — November 10, 2014 @ 4:39 PM Reply Your recipes are absolutely wonderful! This is my favorite website. I tell all my friends about this site. Keep Cooking! I love it! Barbara Magadini — November 6, 2014 @ 4:04 PM Reply Thank you for sharing all of your wonderful recipes.Such a gift. Patty — November 6, 2014 @ 3:01 AM Reply If only pasta were low in carbs. I’m going to have to try these with spaghetti squash. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. — November 5, 2014 @ 7:29 PM Reply I love all of the pasta dishes you make! I’ll take one bowl of each! Liz — November 5, 2014 @ 11:38 AM Reply So many lovely recipes. Thank you. Wendy — November 5, 2014 @ 11:03 AM Reply Thank you for an answer to that endless question “What’s for dinner tonight?” Christina @ The Beautiful Balance — November 5, 2014 @ 11:02 AM Reply The pesto pasta looks so insanely delicious. I love the one-pot/pan pastas as well. It makes it so easy for a last minute dinner! Jen - So.Many.Words. Blog — November 5, 2014 @ 7:14 AM Reply Ohhhhh you speak my language. Thanks for this! Maggie — November 5, 2014 @ 6:23 AM Reply This post was made for me. Pasta is my favorite food ever. I’ve already made half of them, but I will definitely try some of the rest! Janet — November 5, 2014 @ 5:03 AM Reply Pinned : ) Thanks for these wonderful and delicious looking recipes! Gina M. Freitas — November 5, 2014 @ 2:49 AM Reply These recipes look simple and quick to make and so very delicious. Can’t wait to try them all! FAQs References

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From one pot meals to 15 min dishes and slow cookerrecipes, these are the easiest pasta dishesever, perfect for those busy weeknights!

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From one pot meals to tex-mex dishes and even dishes made right in the slow cooker,this is your one-stop shop to get the best pasta dishes on your dinner table with just 10 min prep!

1. One Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta – The easiest and creamiest pasta made in a single pot – even the pasta gets cooked right in the pan.[GET THE RECIPE.]

2. One Pot Pizza Pasta Bake – Who can ever say no to pasta in pizza-form loaded withmini pepperonis?[GET THE RECIPE.]

3. One Pot Zucchini Mushroom Pasta – A creamy, hearty pasta dish that you can make in just 20 min. [GET THE RECIPE.]

4. One Pot Lemon Orzo Shrimp – All you have to do is dirty one pot. Done and done.[GET THE RECIPE.]

5. Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo – A rich and creamy lightened up alfredo sauce that tastes just as good as the original. [GET THE RECIPE.]

6. One Pot Mexican Skillet Pasta – This Mexican-inspired pasta dish can be made in 30 minutes or less in a single pot. Easy peasy. [GET THE RECIPE.]

7.Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus – Quick, easy, andchockfull of veggies. [GET THE RECIPE.]

8. Chicken Florentine Artichoke Bake – An easy weeknight casserole with chicken, artichokes, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes – and all you need is 10 min prep. [GET THE RECIPE.]

9. Spicy Parmesan Shrimp Pasta – So flavorful, so spicy and so easy to put together. [GET THE RECIPE.]

10. Baked Ravioli – Amazingly cheesy, creamy and comforting.[GET THE RECIPE.]

11. Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce – An easy, no-fuss dish you can make right at home. It’s also cheaper, healthier and quicker than ordering out. [GET THE RECIPE.]

12. Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce – A rich and meaty spaghetti saucecooked low and slow right in the crockpot.[GET THE RECIPE.]

13. One Pot Cheeseburger Casserole – All the flavors of a cheeseburger in the easiest one pot meal. [GET THE RECIPE.]

14. Spinach Tomato Tortellini – The most unbelievably creamy tortellini you will make in just 15 min. Doesn’t get easier or tastier than that. [GET THE RECIPE.]

15. Spaghetti Carbonara – All you need is 5 ingredients and 15 minutes.Plus, you can’t go wrong with Parmesan and bacon.[GET THE RECIPE.]

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  1. Samantha Mac Dougall May 19, 2018 @ 7:19 AM Reply

    I’m so in love with your pasta dishes. If only I could eat pasta everyday! Thank you.

  2. Frances Cogan May 16, 2018 @ 4:23 PM Reply

    Had a pkg. of three cheese tortolilli in my freezer for months. Didn’t know what to do with it. Saw the spinach tomato recipe. Wow perfect timing..I had to omit the spinach because of a dietary problem so I substituted green and yellow beans and baby peas..it was delicious ..next time I may add a little white wine or dry sherry..my husband loved it.it’s a great dish for company..Bravo..I love your recipes

  3. I really loved reading your blog. I also found your posts very interesting. In fact after reading, I had to go show it to my friend and he ejoyed it as well!

  4. Dominzo peresta July 18, 2017 @ 3:41 AM Reply

    Great post. Articles that have meaningful and insightful comments are more enjoyable, at least to me. It’s interesting to read what other people thought and how it relates to them or their clients, as their perspective could possibly help you in the future.

  5. Smartpastamaker November 3, 2016 @ 8:47 PM Reply

    Awesome pasta recipes. Hope you will add more recipes about pasta. I also using those recipes in my sites and cradit goes to you. You inspried me.

    Thanks with love.

  6. FabulousPasta May 26, 2016 @ 8:24 AM Reply

    Great collection of recipes. I would like to add a link to this page from my website, would you be okay with this? These recipes are great for people that are new at making pasta and want to learn more recipes, and I think these recipes could help out a lot of my visitors. Thanks in advance!

    Julia

    • Chungah May 26, 2016 @ 9:42 AM Reply

      Yes, absolutely. I just ask that the recipes are not republished in any manner. Thank you for the share!

  7. Cheryl King November 10, 2014 @ 4:39 PM Reply

    Your recipes are absolutely wonderful! This is my favorite website. I tell all my friends about this site. Keep Cooking! I love it!

  8. Barbara Magadini November 6, 2014 @ 4:04 PM Reply

    Thank you for sharing all of your wonderful recipes.
    Such a gift.

  9. Patty November 6, 2014 @ 3:01 AM Reply

    If only pasta were low in carbs. I’m going to have to try these with spaghetti squash.

  10. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. November 5, 2014 @ 7:29 PM Reply

    I love all of the pasta dishes you make! I’ll take one bowl of each!

  11. Liz November 5, 2014 @ 11:38 AM Reply

    So many lovely recipes. Thank you.

  12. Wendy November 5, 2014 @ 11:03 AM Reply

    Thank you for an answer to that endless question “What’s for dinner tonight?”

  13. Christina @ The Beautiful Balance November 5, 2014 @ 11:02 AM Reply

    The pesto pasta looks so insanely delicious. I love the one-pot/pan pastas as well. It makes it so easy for a last minute dinner!

  14. Jen - So.Many.Words. Blog November 5, 2014 @ 7:14 AM Reply

    Ohhhhh you speak my language. Thanks for this!

  15. Maggie November 5, 2014 @ 6:23 AM Reply

    This post was made for me. Pasta is my favorite food ever. I’ve already made half of them, but I will definitely try some of the rest!

  16. Janet November 5, 2014 @ 5:03 AM Reply

    Pinned : ) Thanks for these wonderful and delicious looking recipes!

  17. Gina M. Freitas November 5, 2014 @ 2:49 AM Reply

    These recipes look simple and quick to make and so very delicious. Can’t wait to try them all!

15 Best Quick and Easy Pasta Recipes - Damn Delicious (2024)

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What are 2 tips in making good pasta? ›

– Here are our notes on a double-batch of this 3-egg pasta.
  1. It is all about the dough. ...
  2. Kneading is essential. ...
  3. Don't let the dough dry out. ...
  4. Pasta-making is better with two (or three, or four) people. ...
  5. Making homemade pasta is very easy, and very fast.

How to make simple pasta tastier? ›

Fresh cheese makes a tasty topping for most pasta dishes.

"Grated Parmesan cheese goes great as a topping," Montillo told Insider, from everything from spaghetti and meatballs to pasta al pomodoro, while fresh slices of mozzarella can transform a simple red sauce pasta into a delicious pasta bake when put in the oven.

How to jazz up boring pasta? ›

Simply cook chopped garlic cloves in a bit of warm olive oil (not hot!), and add cooked spaghetti (reserve some of the cooking water to add later if necessary). Stir to combine and finish off with a handful of fresh chopped parsley, and grated parmesan cheese. Easy peasy and so delicious!

What is the golden rule for pasta? ›

In Italy, the golden rule for cooking pasta is 1, 10, 100 or 1 liter of water, 10 grams of salt for every 100 grams of pasta. Converted for American cooks, the rule should be 1/3, 3, 30, referring to 1/3 oz of salt, 3 oz of pasta and 30 oz of water.

What gives pasta more flavor? ›

Fresh basil is the natural choice with simple pasta sauces like marinara, but parsley, cilantro, and even mint can also give pasta dishes a burst of fragrant flavor when they're sprinkled on just before serving.

What to add to spaghetti to taste better? ›

Tossing in strips of basil, a sprig of thyme or some oregano can take your sauce to the next level. Although fresh herbs might pop a bit more, dried herbs and spices can work just as well. Sprinkling in some red pepper flakes, a pinch of parsley and a dash of salt and pepper can liven up your jarred pasta sauce.

What can I add to plain pasta for Flavour? ›

Experiment with different spices too! I like to add plain cooked pasta to a skillet with some butter and add garlic salt, black pepper, and paprika to it. Sugar, Molasses, mushrooms, onions, onion powder, garlic, garlic powder, Worcestershire Sauce, tablespoon of coffee, chocolate.

What makes homemade pasta better? ›

When made correctly, fresh pasta can be incredibly delicious, but it all depends on who is creating it, what ingredients they're using, and how they are sourcing those ingredients. Many people believe that fresh pasta is better than dried pasta because the ingredients used are, well, fresher.

What seasoning is good in pasta? ›

These delicious flavorings will bring beneficial plant compounds to your meal.
  • Basil. Basil is a flavorful herb and a mainstay in many Italian dishes, including pasta. ...
  • Oregano. Oregano is a culinary herb known for its peppery and pungent taste. ...
  • Rosemary. ...
  • Red pepper flakes. ...
  • Garlic powder.
Apr 11, 2022

What not to do when making pasta? ›

5 Things We Never Do When Making Pasta
  1. Use a small pot to boil the pasta.
  2. Neglect to salt the water.
  3. Forget to give the pasta a stir or two as it cooks.
  4. Cook it past al dente.
  5. Dump out all of the pasta water.
May 1, 2019

What to put on pasta instead of tomato sauce? ›

Instead of red: 20 pasta sauces that aren't marinara
  1. 1 of 20. Alfredo. Tom McCorkle for The Washington Post via Getty Images. ...
  2. 2 of 20. Amatriciana. Keith Beaty/Toronto Star via Getty Images. ...
  3. 3 of 20. Béchamel. ...
  4. 4 of 20. Black truffle. ...
  5. 5 of 20. Bolognese. ...
  6. 6 of 20. Butternut squash. ...
  7. 7 of 20. Carbonara. ...
  8. 8 of 20. Cheese sauce.

How to make pasta really good? ›

Avoid a pasta mishap by following these helpful cooking tips, then try some of our favorite easy recipes.
  1. Use a big enough pot. ...
  2. Use plenty of water. ...
  3. Season the pasta water — ...
  4. Let the water come to a boil first. ...
  5. Stir right away — and every couple minutes. ...
  6. Don't rely solely on the cooking time on your pasta's package.

How do you make perfectly cooked pasta? ›

Steps
  1. Use a large pot. ...
  2. Load up the pot with lots of water. ...
  3. Salt the water. ...
  4. Bring the water to a full, rolling boil. ...
  5. Stir to keep the pasta from sticking. ...
  6. Test the pasta two minutes before it's “ready” ...
  7. Save a scoop of pasta water. ...
  8. Drain, toss with sauce, and serve hot.
Jul 19, 2019

How do you cook the perfect amount of pasta? ›

Use a measuring cup to portion dried pasta.

For example, when cooking a semolina penne, Barilla says to measure 2/3 cup dried pasta for 1 1/4 cups of cooked pasta; if you're cooking rotini, use 1/2 cup of dried pasta for 1 cup cooked.

What is the pasta water trick? ›

According to that line of thinking, the starchy pasta water helps to bind and thicken the sauce, and in some cases—such as buttery or oily sauces—emulsifies it into a creamy, non-greasy coating.

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