Comforting pasta dinners from creamy classics to quick weeknight bowls. Always a crowd-pleaser.
Tender pan-seared chicken tossed with penne in a velvety garlic-parmesan cream sauce. It comes together in about 30 minutes and tastes like the kind of pasta you'd order at a trattoria.
Penne and tender chicken folded into a homemade Alfredo sauce, topped with mozzarella and baked until bubbling and golden. Comfort-food casserole at its best.
Seared chicken and pasta tossed with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan. Fresh, herby, and on the table in 25 minutes — a perfect use for store-bought or homemade pesto.
Blackened Cajun chicken over creamy pasta with bell peppers and a hint of heat. The spice blend toasts in the pan and melds into a rich, smoky cream sauce.
Ground beef in a rich, savory sour-cream and mushroom gravy served over egg noodles. A weeknight take on the classic that delivers the same creamy, tangy comfort in half the time.
A hearty baked pasta with seasoned ground beef, marinara, and a blanket of melted mozzarella. Comforting, freezer-friendly, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Saucy garlic-soy noodles tossed with seasoned ground beef. A 25-minute one-pan dinner with chewy noodles coated in a savory, slightly sweet garlic sauce.
All the layered flavor of lasagna made in one skillet in 35 minutes. Broken noodles simmer right in a rich beef marinara, finished with dollops of ricotta and melted mozzarella.
Pillowy potato gnocchi and ground beef in a creamy tomato sauce, made in one skillet in 30 minutes. The gnocchi cooks right in the sauce, soaking up flavor as it turns tender.
Creamy homemade mac and cheese loaded with seasoned ground beef, all in one pot. A rich, cheesy, kid-approved dinner that's pure comfort with no boxed mix in sight.
Silky pasta tossed in a rich garlic-parmesan cream sauce made from scratch in 20 minutes. A simple meatless dinner that tastes indulgent with just a handful of pantry staples.
Ziti baked in a rich tomato-meat sauce with ricotta and melted mozzarella. A classic Italian-American comfort casserole that's perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.
Plump shrimp in a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce tossed with linguine. An elegant 25-minute dinner that feels restaurant-special but is genuinely simple to make.
Spaghetti that cooks right in a savory tomato-meat sauce in a single pot. No draining, no extra dishes — just a rich, weeknight-friendly spaghetti in about 30 minutes.
Earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach in a light garlic-parmesan sauce tossed with pasta. A quick, satisfying vegetarian dinner that's ready in 25 minutes.
A fresh, simple pasta in a quick garlicky tomato sauce finished with plenty of basil. Proof that a handful of good ingredients makes the most satisfying weeknight dinner.
Smoky andouille sausage and bell peppers in a creamy Cajun-spiced sauce tossed with pasta. A bold, comforting one-skillet dinner ready in 30 minutes.
Tender chicken and fettuccine in a rich, homemade parmesan Alfredo sauce. The classic restaurant favorite made from scratch in about 30 minutes — no jarred sauce required.
Basil pesto blended into a light cream sauce and tossed with pasta for a quick, herby dinner. Ready in 20 minutes with vibrant green color and big basil flavor.
Cheese ravioli layered with a savory ground beef marinara and melted mozzarella, baked into a quick lasagna-style casserole. Uses store-bought ravioli for a shortcut weeknight dinner.
Linguine tossed in a simple garlic butter sauce with Parmesan and parsley. A 15-minute, five-ingredient dinner that proves the simplest pasta is often the best.
Italian sausage and penne baked in a rich tomato sauce under bubbling mozzarella. A hearty, satisfying casserole that comes together with pantry-friendly ingredients.
Cheese tortellini simmered in a creamy tomato sauce with a handful of spinach. A cozy 25-minute dinner using store-bought tortellini for a fast, comforting meal.
Tender pasta and broccoli in a creamy, sharp cheddar sauce. A comforting, kid-friendly dinner that sneaks in vegetables and comes together in one pot in 25 minutes.
Creamy ranch-seasoned pasta loaded with crispy bacon and cheddar. A crowd-pleasing comfort dish that works warm for dinner or chilled as a pasta salad.
Creamy orzo cooked risotto-style with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan. A cozy one-pan dinner with all the flavors of Tuscan cooking and none of the constant stirring.
Fettuccine in a creamy parmesan Alfredo sauce loaded with golden sauteed mushrooms. An earthy, vegetarian twist on the classic that's rich and satisfying.
Fettuccine tossed with garlicky wilted spinach, olive oil, and Parmesan. A light, fast, vegetable-forward pasta that's ready in 20 minutes with everyday ingredients.
Pasta in a creamy, smoky roasted red pepper sauce blended smooth with garlic and Parmesan. A vibrant, restaurant-worthy vegetarian dinner ready in 25 minutes.
A bright, simple pasta tossed with lemon, butter, and plenty of Parmesan. Light yet satisfying, it's ready in 20 minutes and proves restraint makes the best weeknight dinners.
Classic baked macaroni and cheese with a creamy three-cheese sauce and a golden, crispy breadcrumb top. The ultimate from-scratch comfort food for a crowd.
Tender chicken, crispy bacon, and pasta in a creamy ranch-cheddar sauce. A loaded, crowd-pleasing comfort dinner that combines three favorite flavors in one skillet.
Fresh pasta salad-style dish with juicy tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, basil, and a balsamic glaze. Light and summery, it works warm or chilled and comes together in 20 minutes.
Pasta tossed with a colorful medley of crisp-tender spring vegetables in a light garlic-Parmesan sauce. A fresh, veggie-packed dinner that's as pretty as it is wholesome.
Pasta in a rich, savory mushroom cream sauce with garlic, thyme, and Parmesan. An earthy, comforting vegetarian dinner that tastes luxurious yet uses simple ingredients.
Layers of noodles, meaty marinara, and three cheeses cooked into a tender lasagna right in the slow cooker. All the comfort of classic lasagna without turning on the oven.
Tender chicken in a creamy parmesan Alfredo sauce made right in the slow cooker, then tossed with pasta. A comforting, hands-off take on the restaurant classic.
Italian sausage simmered into a rich tomato sauce in the slow cooker, then tossed with pasta and cheese. A cozy, hands-off dinner full of deep, savory flavor.
Ultra-creamy macaroni and cheese cooked entirely in the slow cooker — no boiling the pasta separately. A rich, cheesy crowd-pleaser that frees up your stovetop and oven.
Pasta tossed with creamy ricotta, wilted spinach, garlic, and Parmesan. A simple, comforting vegetarian dinner that comes together in 20 minutes with pantry staples.
Creamy three-cheese mac and cheese with tender broccoli folded right in. A comforting, kid-friendly dinner that sneaks in vegetables, made entirely from scratch in one pot.
Pillowy potato gnocchi tossed with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan. A fast, fresh, comforting vegetarian dinner that's ready in just 15 minutes.
Layers of noodles, a vegetable-packed marinara, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella. A hearty, satisfying meatless lasagna that even devoted carnivores go back for.
High-protein pasta tossed with lean ground turkey, vegetables, and a light tomato sauce. A balanced, satisfying bowl that delivers serious protein without feeling heavy.
A hearty, cheesy casserole of egg noodles, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy tomato sauce. An easy, budget-friendly comfort dinner that the whole family digs into.
Tender pasta and diced ham folded into a creamy three-cheese sauce and baked until bubbly and golden. A comforting, budget-friendly bake that's perfect for using up leftover ham.
All the flavors of pizza in a baked pasta — marinara, pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella over tender penne. A fun, crowd-pleasing dinner that kids and adults both love.
A hearty one-pot mashup of chili and macaroni — seasoned beef, beans, tomatoes, and pasta in a cheesy, comforting bowl. Kid-approved and ready in about 30 minutes.
Tender pasta and diced ham in a creamy parmesan sauce with peas. A quick, comforting dinner that's a delicious way to use up leftover ham.
A cheesy one-pot mashup of taco beef and pasta in a creamy, lightly spiced tomato sauce. A fast, family-friendly dinner that's like a taco and mac and cheese had a baby.
Plump shrimp and pasta tossed in a garlicky white wine butter sauce. An elegant, restaurant-style dinner that's genuinely ready in about 20 minutes.
Chewy noodles and crisp vegetables tossed in a savory soy-ginger sauce. A fast, satisfying vegetarian dinner that's better than takeout and ready in 25 minutes.
Cheese tortellini in a quick tomato-basil sauce, ready in 20 minutes. A comforting, family-friendly vegetarian dinner using shortcut store-bought tortellini.
Chewy noodles tossed in a nutty, savory-sweet sesame sauce. A fast vegetarian dinner or side that's delicious warm or cold and ready in 15 minutes.
Garlicky shrimp in a lemony white wine butter sauce, tossed with pasta. A classic, elegant dinner that comes together in about 20 minutes.
Chewy noodles and crisp vegetables tossed in a sticky teriyaki sauce. A fast, satisfying vegetarian dinner that comes together in about 25 minutes.
Plump shrimp and fettuccine in a rich, homemade parmesan Alfredo sauce. A restaurant favorite that comes together from scratch in about 25 minutes.
Cajun-spiced shrimp and bell peppers in a creamy, smoky sauce tossed with pasta. A bold, comforting one-skillet dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
A comforting, budget-friendly casserole of pasta and tuna in a creamy cheese sauce, baked until bubbling and golden. A pantry-friendly dinner the whole family loves.
Juicy shrimp and pasta in a silky garlic parmesan cream sauce. A quick, comforting dinner that feels indulgent but comes together in about 25 minutes.
Fresh mussels steamed in a garlicky white wine broth and tossed with pasta. An impressive yet surprisingly simple seafood dinner ready in about 25 minutes.
