easy pasta dinner

This Garlic-Butter Spinach and Pasta recipe is seriously good. Fresh spinach and bow tie pasta tossed in a delicious and creamy garlic-butter sauce.

Garlic-Butter Spinach and Pasta

bow tie pasta

butter

garlic

baby spinach

basil

salt and fresh ground pepper (,

Parmigiano-Reggiano shavings (, garnish)

cream cheese, (room temperature)

milk

Prepare pasta following directions on the box.

Melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet or dutch oven.

Add garlic and continue to stir and cook until fragrant; about 30 seconds.

Add spinach; season with salt, pepper, and basil, and cook until spinach is wilted; about 1 to 2 minutes. Depending on the size of your skillet, you might have to cook the spinach down in batches.

Drain cooked pasta and add to the spinach mixture; add cream cheese and milk.

Mix and stir until everything is well incorporated and cream cheese is melted.

Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.

Top with fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano shavings.

Serve.

A quick and easy garlic shrimp pasta recipe with lemon, fresh or frozen vegetables, and white wine. Delicious, budget-friendly, and healthy!

Garlic Shrimp Pasta

whole-wheat linguine

shrimp

olive oil (divided)

shallot

garlic (minced)

1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

salt

black pepper (divided)

mixed vegetables

dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc (or substitute low-sodium chicken broth))

Parmesan cheese (plus additional as desired)

parsley (plus additional as desired)

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, drain remaining water, and then toss with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Meanwhile, rinse the shrimp and pat dry. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 additional minute. Add the shrimp, and then sprinkle with half the amount of red pepper (1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon depending upon your desired spice level), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Sauté, stirring to coat with garlic, just until cooked through (both sides will be pink and opaque), about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a plate and set aside.

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high. Add the vegetables and the remaining 1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook until the vegetables are hot and lightly sautéed, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the white wine and return the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the wine to reduce. Stir in the lemon zest and juice and remove from heat.

Add the pasta to the skillet and toss. If the pasta is too dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water. Serve warm, topped with Parmesan and parsley.

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A delicious and hearty dish with leftovers everyone loves.

Taco Pasta

beef

olive oil

tbsp taco seasoning ((equivalent to 1 store bought packet))

water

corn

red bell pepper

red onion

mexican cheese

cilantro onion

Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.

In a large skillet on medium high, add beef and olive oil. Cook until browned. Add taco seasoning and water. Add corn, red bell pepper, and onion, continue to cook until onion is barely translucent.

Remove from heat, and add pasta to skillet. Stir to combine. Transfer 1/2 of pasta mixture to pre-greased 9x13 casserole dish. Add 3/4 cup cheese, followed by another layer of pasta mixture. Top with remaining cheese.

Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is gooey.

Garnish with cilantro or green onion if desired, serve &amp; enjoy!

Easy chicken and pasta recipe the whole family will love.

Chicken Pasta Casserole

oz penne pasta (uncooked)

onion (roughly chopped)

chicken

tbs smoky paprika

salt and black pepper

tbs butter

tbs flour

milk (see tip)

Dijon mustard

3½ oz Parmesan cheese (coarsely grated)

tomatoes

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Spray a 9 x9-inch baking dish/.

Cook the penne with the onion in boiling, salted water according to the packet instructions. Drain, refresh in cold water and leave to drain again in the colander.

Put the chicken strips in a resealable bag with the paprika and a little salt and pepper, seal the bag and shake to coat.

Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large frying pan and quickly fry the chicken over a high heat for about 2 minutes until golden-brown and just cooked through. If you have to fry in batches, use the additional tablespoon of oil.  Remove from pan and set aside.

To make the sauce, melt the butter in a large saucepan, add the flour and whisk together to form a smooth paste (roux). Cook for 1 minute, then gradually add the hot milk, whisking over a high heat until the sauce is smooth and thickened, and allow to boil for 4 minutes. Stir in the mustard and half the cheese and season with salt and pepper.

Add the pasta and onion to the sauce in the pan and stir together. Spoon half this mixture into the dish, arrange the chicken strips over the top and spoon the remaining pasta and sauce on top of the chicken. Distribute the tomatoes evenly across the top and do the same with the remaining cheese.  Bake for about 20 minutes until piping hot and golden-brown on top.

Delicious, creamy Amish Country Casserole is an economical recipe enough for 8 - 10 servings. Make-ahead and freezer friendly recipe !

Amish Country Casserole

TB Olive Oil extra-virgin

Onion, chopped

t Garlic, crushed

Lean Ground Beef,

canned Tomato Soup, condensed **See note in post** (22.6 oz)

canned Mushroom Soup, condensed **See note in post** (22.6 oz)

Milk,

Salt and Black Pepper,

t Paprika

t Parsley

Pre-heat the oven to 180 deg C (350...

Pre-heat the oven to 180 deg C (350 deg F) – spray a large oven dish with cooking spray.

Cook the Pasta, in a large pot, as...

Cook the Pasta, in a large pot, as per the instructions on the packet.

Meanwhile, saute the Onion and Garlic in the...

Meanwhile, saute the Onion and Garlic in the Olive Oil until soft – add the Ground Beef and cook until done.

As soon as the Pasta is done –...

As soon as the Pasta is done – drain and return to the pot.

Add the cooked Meat, Tomato and Mushroom Soups...

Add the cooked Meat, Tomato and Mushroom Soups and Milk to the Pasta – stir through – season to taste with Salt and Pepper.

Transfer to the prepared oven dish – sprinkle...

Transfer to the prepared oven dish – sprinkle with Paprika and Parsley – bake 25 – 30 minutes.

Easy, creamy, garlicky, 30-minute dinner with cheese tortellini and a lightened-up, homemade, flavorful Alfredo sauce.

Rosemary Garlic Tortellini Alfredo

(9 cheese tortellini

STAR Olive Oil

garlic (, minced)

all-purpose flour

vegetable broth

skim milk

freshly-grated Parmesan cheese

rosemary parsley (, for garnish (optional))

Prepare tortellini according to the directions on the package.

In the meantime, heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Add garlic and cook one minute, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.

Add flour and whisk to combine; continue to whisk and cook for an additional minute to cook the flour.

Slowly add broth, whisking to combine until smooth.

Whisk in milk and bring mixture to a boil.

Continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until thickened.

Stir in parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; continue to cook and stir until the cheese is completely melted.

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Drain tortellini and add them to the skillet with the sauce.

Stir to combine and continue to cook until heated through; about 1 minute.

Sprinkle with fresh rosemary or fresh chopped parsley and serve.

This Sausage Tortellini Alfredo is pure comfort food! Alfredo flavored with sausage and mixed together with tortellini - it's full of flavor and a favorite meal of ours!

Sausage Tortellini Alfredo

three cheese tortellini

1lb 3 ounces package brats (I used Johnsonville Brats)

unsalted butter

garlic,

red pepper flakes

tbsp all-purpose flour

heavy whipping cream

cream cheese,

parmesan cheese

salt and pepper,

In large pot of boiling water, cook the tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.

2. In a large saucepan, cook the brats until cooked through. Remove from pan, slice and set aside.

3. Leave the juices from cooking the sausage in the pan, then add the butter and allow it to melt.

4. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring regularly, for about 1 minute.

5. Add the flour and whisk until lightly browned, about one minute.

6. Gradually add the milk and heavy whipping cream, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

7. Stir in the cheeses until melted. If you find the sauce is a little thick, you can always add a touch more milk.

8. Stir in the sausage and pasta and add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

I love how it turned out and it’s unbelievably delicious, would definitely try again!!

One-Pot Easy Caprese Pasta will have you making this again and again for a quick weeknight meal.

One-Pot Easy Caprese Pasta

penne pasta

• 200 gms. bocconcini cheese

roma tomatoes, chopped

• I small onion

Tbsp. garlic

basil, torn

and pepper

Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

In a large pot add the penne, tomatoes,...

In a large pot add the penne, tomatoes, bocconcini, onion, garlic, basil and salt and pepper. Pour in 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, covered and then reduce heat to a simmer and uncover. Stir occasionally to keep the cheese from burning to the bottom. Cook for about 20 min. or until pasta is al dente. A small amount of water/sauce will remain.

Serve with more salt and pepper to taste...

Serve with more salt and pepper to taste and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

A casserole the whole family will love! Crack Chicken Pasta Bake with creamy ranch sauce, cheddar, mozzarella and bacon.

Crack Chicken Pasta Bake

rotini pasta

cream cheese (cubed)

ranch seasoning mix ((2 packets))

evaporated milk ((2 cans))

chicken (about 1 rotisserie chicken)

mozzarella cheese (shredded & divided)

sharp cheddar cheese (shredded & divided)

bacon bits

Cook pasta according to the package instructions.

Spray a 9x13 baking pan with cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 350º Fahrenheit.

In a small bowl, use a hand mixer to cream the cream cheese and ranch seasoning until smooth.

Add in half of a can of evaporated milk to the cream cheese mixture and mix until combined and smooth.

Then add in the rest of the can of milk and mix until smooth.

Add in the last can of milk and mix again.

Fold in the cooked chicken and one cup each of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

Then add in the pasta and mix well.

Spread the mixture into the prepared pan, then top with the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

Sprinkle with bacon bits.

Bake for 30 minutes or until the casserole is heated through.

Top with fresh snipped parsley.

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Recipe video above. This is a beefy pasta cooked with Italian seasonings in a creamy tomato sauce. Epitome of homemade comfort food with the convenience of one-pot cooking! Love how the pasta absorbs the flavour of the sauce.For more, see the full One Pot Pasta recipe collection.

One pot creamy tomato beef pasta

garlic (, finely minced)

onion (, finely chopped)

500 grams/ 1 lb beef mince / ground beef

tsp Italian herbs ((Note 1))

tomato paste

400 grams/ 14 oz can crushed tomatoes ((or tomato passata))

tsp red pepper flakes ((chilli flakes, optional))

tsp cooking salt/kosher salt

tsp black pepper

(1 L) chicken stock/broth

heavy cream

Parmesan cheese (,

Parsley (, finely chopped, optional)

Sauté - Heat the oil on high heat in a large heavy-based pot. Cook garlic and onion for 1 1/2 minutes.

Cook beef &amp; seasonings - Add beef and cook, breaking it up as you go, until you can no longer see red meat. Add the Italian herbs and cook for 30 seconds, then add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to cook out the raw flavour.

All in - Add crushed tomato, chicken stock, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir, then add the pasta.

Cook 15 min - Bring the liquid to a simmer, then cook for 15 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes then more frequently towards the end (ensure pasta doesn&#39;t stick to base) until the pasta is just about cooked.

Creamy - Add cream, then simmer for a further 1 to 2 minutes. It will still be quite saucy - this is what you want! Pasta absorbs liquid quickly, so it will still be nice and oozy when you start eating.

Serve - Remove from the stove. Give it a good stir then ladle into bowls. Serve with parmesan and parsley.

This Rigatoni Pomodoro is an easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. This classic Italian dish is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. It's simple yet full of flavor, and the best part? You don't need to be a master chef to make it! With just a few basic ingredients and our easy-to-follow recipe, you'll have a steaming plate of rigatoni Pomodoro in no time.

Rigatoni Pomodoro

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