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    Home » Recipes » Italian Recipes

    10 Italian Easy Pasta Recipes

    Updated: Aug 19, 2022 · Published: Feb 27, 2020 by Andrea

    easy pasta recipes

    Looking for a simple Italian dish for a stress-free meal? These easy pasta recipes are made with simple everyday ingredients and taste incredible!


    Who doesn't love pasta? I'm pretty sure it's in everybody's favorite comfort food list.

    If you're looking for a super easy pasta dish to make for dinner tonight, you've come to the right place!

    From traditional Italian recipes I grew up with in Italy, to something a bit more creative, today I'm sharing with you my favorite pasta recipes.

    These 10 easy pasta recipes are totally fool-proof, most are ready in 15 or 30 minutes and only require few simple ingredients.

    Plus, I've made sure to include loads of dairy-free and vegetarian pasta options!

    If you're looking to spice up your pasta game and cook something different, give these easy pasta recipes a try!

    1. Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Spaghetti

    This Mushroom and Spinach Spaghetti recipe has the most amazing and easy creamy sauce - Vegetarian and packed with nutrients, it comes together in just 15 min! Recipe from www.thepetitecook.comThis easy pasta recipe has the most amazing and easy creamy sauce.

    Conveniently vegetarian, packed with nutrients, and comes together in just 15 minutes!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    2. Traditional Bolognese Pasta

    traditional bolognese sauce with tagliatelle pasta

    Traditional bolognese sauce (ragù alla bolognese) is an Italian classic pasta dish, and one of the most famous pasta sauces in the world.

    Make spaghetti bolognese or traditional tagliatelle with this classic recipe.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    3. Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells

    These classic Italian Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells have all it takes to become a family favourite. Awesomely vegetarian, they're easy and quick enough to make for a weeknight dinner, but also pretty enough to serve at dinner parties and get-togethers. Recipe by The Petite Cook

    These easy classic Italian Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells make a great vegetarian pasta bake for the whole family.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    4. Aubergine Spaghetti Sandwiches

    Eggplant spaghetti sandwiches are a must for Sunday lunch in Sicily. A different ( and totally tasty) way to present the classic spaghetti with tomato and eggplant. Vegetarian recipe by www.thepetitecook.comDoppiette di Melanzane is a must-try Sicilian recipe and a classic Sunday meal.

    Simple to put together, it’s a creative way to present classic spaghetti with tomato sauce.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    5. Leftover Spaghetti Frittata

    Italian Leftover Spaghetti Frittata - Use leftover cooked spaghetti to make this light veggie loaded spaghetti frittata with fresh healthy ingredients - A great vegetarian option for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner! Recipe by The Petite CookIf you have any leftover spaghetti from the above recipes, then this classic Italian spaghetti frittata is definitely a must-try.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    6. Shiitake Mushroom Pasta

    shiitake mushroom tagliatelle pasta in a plate

    This light mushroom pasta makes the most out of meaty succulent shiitake mushrooms and fresh pasta.

    It's super easy to make and it's ready in just 15 minutes!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    7. Calamarata Pasta (with calamari and tomato sauce)

    calamarata pasta

    This classic Italian summer dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal alike. A simple seafood pasta loved by kids and grown-ups.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    8. Vegan Broccoli Pesto Pasta

    broccoli pesto sauce pasta

    Never stress over mealtime again thanks to this quick, easy dinner idea.

    Perfect for busy nights, this broccoli pesto pasta features a delicious creamy sauce and it's ready in just 15 minutes.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    9. Pea Pesto Pasta with Prawns

    Looking for a light dairy-free pasta recipe to enjoy all spring long? Look no further! This quick Pea Pesto Pasta with Prawns is sure to become a favorite meal this season! Recipe by The Petite Cook

    A quick easy meal that's ready in less than 20 minutes. This conveniently dairy-free pasta dish looks fancy enough for a special occasion!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    10. Italian Caprese Pasta Salad

    caprese pasta salad

    Vegetarian Caprese Pasta made with only 5 ingredients and ready in just 20 minutes!

    This incredibly simple Italian recipe makes a fantastic summer dish the whole family will love.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

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    DID YOU MAKE THESE EASY PASTA RECIPES?

    Please let me know how you liked it!

    Leave a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thepetitecook! Looking at your pictures always makes me smile *and super hungry*!

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    1. Dennis Yannakos says

      April 15, 2020 at 4:00 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing these recipes! They are so easy yet delicious!

      Reply
    2. Natalie says

      April 12, 2018 at 6:49 am

      Thanks for the amazing list!! Just found out I still haven't tried many types of paste which are so easy-to-make!
      So excited xD

      Reply

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