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    Home » Lifestyle

    Italian Pasta Recipes (Quick and Easy!)

    Published: Dec 29, 2022 · Modified: Jan 12, 2023 by Andrea

    Collage of 9 images featuring Italian pasta recipes. Image with text for Pinterest.

    These authentic Italian pasta recipes are effortlessly easy to put together and guaranteed to impress all pasta lovers!

    If you need something quick, satisfying, and easy, try one of those Italian pasta recipes, guaranteed to please the whole table.

    We all love the wildly popular pasta carbonara or cacio and pepe, but Italian cuisine has so much more to offer!

    So today we will be sharing a good mix of well-known pasta dishes and hidden gems pasta recipes Italians loves but are less-known outside of Italy.

    Whether you're looking for a quick one-pot pasta to put together in 20 minutes or a comforting spaghetti bolognese, these pasta recipes will help you put together a wonderful meal in a blink.

    Some of our favorites include cozy pasta e fagioli (or pasta e fazool), creamy mushroom pasta, and authentic shrimp pasta.

    Keep on reading for more pasta dishes to fall in love with!

    Jump to:
    • 1. Shrimp Linguine
    • 2. Creamy Mushroom Pasta
    • 3. Pasta e Fagioli
    • 4. Pasta alla Norma
    • 5. Parmesan Pasta with Mushrooms
    • 6. Pasta with Peas
    • 7. Bolognese Pasta
    • 8. Calamarata Pasta
    • 9. Classic Stuffed Shells
    • 10. Caprese Pasta Bake
    • 11. Spaghetti with Meatballs
    • 12. Pasta e Ceci
    • 13. Seafood Pasta
    • 14. Pasta Frittata

    1. Shrimp Linguine

    Shrimp linguine in a shallow casserole pot, topped with chopped parsley and whole king prawns.

    Bursting with flavor, this classic Italian prawn linguine recipe makes a fantastic option for a quick delicious meal!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    2. Creamy Mushroom Pasta

    shiitake creamy mushroom pasta.

    If you’re looking for a simple, creamy mushroom pasta sauce recipe, this is the one! Absolutely easy, delicious and ready in 15 minutes!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    3. Pasta e Fagioli

    pasta e fagioli soup in a plate.

    Traditional pasta e fagioli soup, sometimes also called pasta fazool, is a creamy and rich Italian dish full of flavor and ready in just 20 minutes!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    4. Pasta alla Norma

    sicilian pasta alla norma.

    Traditional Sicilian pasta alla norma features crispy eggplant, rich tomato sauce and salty aged ricotta.

    The beauty of this dish is that it calls for simple inexpensive ingredients, and makes a super satisfying vegetarian pasta dish.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    5. Parmesan Pasta with Mushrooms

    parmesan pasta with parmesan sauce, wild mushrooms and roasted hazelnuts, in a large cast iron shallow pot. Served with grated parmesan and sauce on the side.

    Bursting with Italian flavors, this pasta with Parmigiano Reggiano sauce and mushrooms makes a great option for a fancy yet easy-to-put-together dinner.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    6. Pasta with Peas

    pasta with peas aka pasta e piselli.

    Pasta e piselli is a classic Italian pasta dish that comes together with the most simple ingredients.

    This one-pot pasta recipe is always a winner on a weeknight because it’s quick, easy, and satisfying.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    7. Bolognese Pasta

    traditional ragu sauce. served with pasta.

    Authentic ragu' alla bolognese (what we all know simply as a bolognese sauce) is the most satisfying pasta sauce of all.

    Here you'll find all the tips to make it just an Italian granny!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    8. Calamarata Pasta

    calamarata pasta recipe.

    Calamarata is a Neapolitan thick ring-shaped pasta that is typically served with a simple calamari (squid) and tomato sauce.

    It's super simple to make and a must-try for all seafood lovers.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    9. Classic Stuffed Shells

    spinach ricotta stuffed shells.

    These jumbo pasta shells stuffed with spinach and ricotta filling are the ultimate vegetarian comforting pasta dish.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    10. Caprese Pasta Bake

    caprese pasta bake with tomato and mozzarella.

    A simple baked pasta dish featuring al dente pasta tossed with roasted tomatoes, cheesy mozzarella, and fresh basil.

    Guaranteed to please both kids and grown-ups!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    11. Spaghetti with Meatballs

    spaghetti with ricotta meatballs.

    This iconic pasta recipe features soft and flavorful ricotta meatballs tossed in a homemade tomato sauce.

    Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    12. Pasta e Ceci

    pasta and chickpea soup topped with chopped rosemary in a bowl.

    Cozy one-pot pasta e ceci (pasta with chickpeas) is the go-to Italian pasta dish for colder days.

    It comes together in just about 20 minutes, and it's full of good-for-you ingredients.

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    13. Seafood Pasta

    Italian seafood pasta.

    Seafood pasta is made with a mix of shrimp, mussels, and clams, all tossed together with pasta and a classic Italian tomato sauce.

    Feel free to customize it with your favorite seafood (scallops, lobster, etc.)!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

    14. Pasta Frittata

    pasta frittata with mozzarella and tomatoes.

    Got leftover pasta? Turn it into a colorful frittata pasta!

    Simply add greens, cheese and eggs and whatever you have available in the fridge!

    CHECK OUT THE RECIPE

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    Collage of 9 images featuring Italian pasta recipes. Image with text for Pinterest.

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