Food
December 12, 2023
10 Easy Pasta Recipes To Make On A Weeknight
Who doesn’t love pasta night? Try one of these delicious, quick and satisfying recipes from top chefs including Jamie Oliver, Lidia Bastianich, Tieghan Gerard and more.
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Spaghetti with Sardines, Lemon and Arugula
“Sometimes we create our best meals out of necessity. I had come home, exhausted, opened up the cupboards, and found the ingredients that made up this pasta dish sitting happily in my cupboard and refrigerator.” – Mina Stone
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Lasagna Alla Vodka
“When I’ve got a group of people coming, I turn to lasagna. This version has become my favorite because it’s delicious and adaptable. Instead of the usual marinara sauce, I swap in my vodka sauce.” – Tieghan Gerard
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Tuscan Kale, Chicken and Asiago Pasta Bake
Two full bunches of kale make their way into this pasta and chicken dish, with its creamy Asiago sauce spiked with lemon. This dish turns your freezer into a gold mine on a busy weeknight.
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Chestnut Carbonara
“Oh my days, why has it taken me so long to infiltrate one of my favorite pasta dishes with beautiful chestnuts that can be nutty, crumbly and savory, but sweet and smooth all at the same time?” – Jamie Oliver
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Skillet Lasagna
“You can add additional vegetables to this lasagna, if you like. Try browning some mushrooms — or, for heartier appetites, a few crumbled links of Italian sausages — in the olive oil before adding the sauce, or add a few handfuls of baby spinach to each layer.” – Lidia Bastianich
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Penne alla Boscaiola
Chef Jacob Lubaczewski of Ristorante a Mano adds depth to this traditional pasta recipe by combining roasted chicken and crispy bacon with caramelized mushrooms and onions. Then, penne is tossed in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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Mafaldine With Spicy Cauliflower Ragù & Guanciale
“My favorite pasta dish is alla gricia, which is typically just cheese and guanciale. We wanted to cut some of the fat by adding a vegetable. The cauliflower is cooked to death and lightens the dish and brings a whole other dimension,” says Emmer owner Philip Haddad. Emmer makes its own pastas in-house, including mafaldine.
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Weeknight Spaghettoni with Tomatoes & Pancetta
“Everyone needs a few quick pasta dinners in their repertoire, and this one is really adaptable. The pancetta and red wine give it fantastic flavor.” – Ina Garten
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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Pasta
This spaghetti recipe is creamy, comforting and loaded with mushroom and spinach. It’s an easy and satisfying weeknight pasta recipe.
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Za’atar Roasted Cauliflower And Chickpea Penne In Tahini Sauce
Tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds and is one of the main ingredients in hummus. It’s also one of the best plant-based sources of calcium out there. Pairing it with a za’atar spice blend will bring out bold Middle Eastern flavors.
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