19 Irresistible Pasta Recipes for Effortless Gourmet Cooking

Get ready to become a gourmet chef in your own kitchen with our collection of 19 irresistible pasta recipes. You don't need fancy skills to create these delicious dishes; we've made gourmet cooking easy. From creamy Alfredo to tangy lemon pasta, these recipes cover a range of flavors and styles.

Chicken And Bacon Pasta

Are you in the mood for a comforting and delectable pasta dish? Well, our Chicken and Bacon Pasta recipe is the perfect fit. Bursting with robust flavors, this dish is a glorious mix of tender chicken, crispy bacon, and pasta, all combined in a creamy sauce that leaves a lingering delight on your palate. Get the recipe.

Pumpkin pasta

This Pumpkin pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the savory taste of pumpkin puree and the comfort of cooked pasta. The combination of fresh sage, minced garlic, and chopped onion in olive oil offers a rich flavor profile that perfectly compliments the creamy pumpkin sauce. Get the recipe.

Slow Cooker Mushroom Bolognese

This is best Bolognese made with Portobello mushrooms and in a comfort of your slow cooker! The recipe packs a flavor punch and perfect for meat eaters in your family. They won't be able to tell there's no meat. Get the recipe.

Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff

No more bland mushroom pasta! This incredibly delicious Mushroom Stroganoff recipe packs a seriously flavorful punch. It's so creamy and satisfying, the perfect comfort food for long winter days. Get the recipe.

Spaghetti with Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo and Zucchini

Creamy, flavorful, a bit sweet, and tart, this Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo With Zucchini Spaghetti will make a quick and easy dinner recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays but is also delicious and satisfying for a Sunday family meal. Get the recipe.

 Miso Pesto Pasta

This 30-minute Creamy Miso Pesto Pasta with Pecans is simply the best. Packed with a savory white Miso paste, garlic, and crunchy Pecans, this easy pasta makes a perfect recipe for busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

Artichoke Chicken Pasta

This delicious dish has a very mild, lemony tang to it which is nicely balanced by the sautéed onions and garlic. It’s a gentle balance of tang and savory flavors that pairs well with the pasta. I didn’t serve this with cheese, but some parmesan would go really well with this. Get the recipe.

Chicken Ragu Pasta

This simple chicken ragu pasta may be easy to make and use everyday ingredients, but there's nothing basic about its flavor. This yummy, savory, and quick-to-make dinner idea is bound to become a favorite family meal. Enjoy this homemade pasta with ground chicken in just half an hour. Get the recipe.

Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Make Lemon Ricotta Pasta in under 10 minutes for a quick & easy meal. Loaded with lemon & garlic flavors this cheesy pasta is a great main course or side dish for your favorite protein. Get the recipe.

 Spicy Sausage Pasta

Make this Spicy Sausage Pasta in under 15 minutes with just 6 ingredients. Packed with flavor from the fresh sausage, garlic, parmesan, and bacon - with a lighter touch from spinach. Get the recipe.

 Mussels Pasta with Garlic and Fennel

This Mussels Pasta With Garlic And Fennel was inspired by the reader's favorite Creamy Garlic Mussels and is a culinary trip to Tuscany. This is a recipe that tastes and looks like a luxury but comes together simply and in less than half an hour. It's the best mussels recipe for busy weeknights when you need a quick meal but still want a deliciously inspired one. Get the recipe.

Creamy Salmon Pasta

This Easy and Creamy Salmon Pasta features quickly seared salmon tossed in a creamy, smoky sauce along with your favorite pasta. This hearty and satisfying dish is loaded with flavor and comes together in no time. Get the recipe.

The Best Truffle Pasta

This amazing vegetarian Black Truffle Pasta is healthy, flavorful and very easy to make. It's great for a date night with your significant other or when you want to make your dinner extra special. Get the recipe.

Pasta Fagioli Recipe

A healthy pasta fagioli recipe that’s been passed down for generations. My family’s simple recipe for white beans & ditalini pasta in red sauce, the ultimate comfort food! Get the recipe.

This indulgent, decadent and flavor packed smoked salmon pasta is such a comforting treat at the end of the day. It's elegant enough that you can serve it to guests, but easy enough you can make it for two at the end of a busy work week. Pair with a bottle of crisp Chardonnay and you've got a gourmet meal at home that feels special any time of the year. Get the recipe.

Creamy Pasta with Spinach

This creamy pasta is satisfying, delicious, and incredibly easy to make! The creamy, rich coconut sauce perfectly coats the penne pasta, while the roasted chickpeas provide a pleasant crunch. The garlic and spinach add a layer of freshness, making every bite absolutely delicious! Get the recipe.

Pasta all'Amatriciana

Pasta all'Amatriciana is a quick and easy traditional pasta dish that takes advantage of pantry ingredients that you should always have on hand: dried pasta, canned tomato products, olive oil, and garlic-infused olive oil. The pancetta can be frozen, so consider keeping it around too. Get the recipe.

Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese Pasta

Sheet pan chicken caprese pasta. It’s made with chicken tenderloins and packs in plenty of authentic Italian flavours. Baked chicken caprese with pasta can even be made gluten free and an easy chicken dinner. You will want to make this easy oven chicken caprese often! Get the recipe.

Cavatappi Pasta Recipe

Cavatappi is a fun pasta. It makes great pasta dinners, salads, and more. This Cavatappi pasta is a blend of Italian flavors that work well with or without the meat. It all comes together for an easy weeknight meal. Get the recipe.

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