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31 Best Pasta Recipes

Pasta dishes are at the top of my list for comfort foods. When that carb craving hits, there is nothing more satisfying than digging into a rich and creamy bowl of pasta or a plate of Pasta Bolognese. This list of the 31 Best Pasta Recipes is packed full of delicious pasta favorites that are sure to hit the spot.

The internet is swimming with food blogs, with each blogger sharing their favorite recipes. For this post, I have collaborated with just a few of my fellow bloggers to bring you some of our favorite pasta recipes. Here you will find everything from simple pasta salads to classic pasta casseroles.

Having a good repertoire of pasta recipes to turn to is essential to every home cook. Whether you are preparing a dinner party or just cooking dinner for your family, this post has a recipe for that.

31 Best Pasta Recipes

I love a good pasta salad any day of the week. This list has a few good ones for you to try. You will find classics like, Mediterranean Pasta Salad and Zesty Italian Pasta Salad that make fantastic party dishes.

You will also find a mix of delicious baked pasta classics like Lasagna and Baked Ziti. As well as stove top favorites like Shrimp Alfredo, Enchilada Pasta and Pesto Chicken Pasta. Hopefully you will find a few that make it on your favorites list this year.

Enchilada Pasta
This cheesy, beefy Enchilada Pasta cooks right in the enchilada sauce to create a one pot meal that’s on the table in under 30 minutes.
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Enchilada Pasta
Creamy Steak Pasta Recipe (With Mushroom and Whisky Sauce)
Indulge in creamy steak pasta with a whisky and mushroom sauce. It’s a savoury symphony in under 30 mins. Decadence on your plate!
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Creamy Steak Pasta Recipe (With Mushroom and Whisky Sauce)
Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad
Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad – cheesy pasta with fresh veggies! With a homemade Greek dressing, this refreshing side dish is perfect for a picnic. Add some grilled chicken to it and make it a meal.
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Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad
Homemade Lasagna
Layers of noodles, the most delicious meat sauce, ricotta cheese filling and lots of mozzarella make up this classic Homemade Lasagna dish. Completely from scratch, easy to make, make-ahead and freezer friendly.
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Homemade Lasagna
Boursin Cheese Baked TikTok Pasta
Boursin Cheese Baked TikTok Pasta. Freshly cooked pasta tossed with baked Boursin cheese, tomatoes, garlic, spices, and parmesan cheese. This easy-baked pasta recipe will knock your socks off!
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Boursin Cheese Baked TikTok Pasta
Easy Baked Ziti
This Baked Ziti recipe has tender pasta, a zesty Italian sausage meat sauce, and a creamy ricotta cheese layer baked until bubbly.
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Easy Baked Ziti
Mushroom Spinach Pasta
Mushroom Spinach Pasta tossed in a creamy Parmesan sauce. This meatless pasta is prepared on the stovetop in just 30 minutes!
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Mushroom Spinach Pasta
Chicken and Chorizo Pasta
Chicken and Chorizo Pasta is a comforting dish made with juicy chicken pieces and smoky chorizo sausages cooked in a creamy tomato sauce.
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Chicken and Chorizo Pasta
Shrimp Alfredo
This shrimp alfredo pasta is made with fettuccine in a creamy parmesan sauce, topped with sauteed garlic shrimp.
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Shrimp Alfredo
Bruschetta (Tomato Basil) Pasta
This Tomato Basil Pasta is reminiscent of a good bruschetta! It is packed with flavor and so refreshing. Keep it vegetarian or add chicken/shrimp.
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Bruschetta (Tomato Basil) Pasta
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Mediterranean Pasta Salad is one of the easiest pasta salads to make. This delicious salad is made with cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese and olives tossed in a homemade Greek Dressing, that comes together in no time.
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Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Cheeseburger Pasta
Cheeseburger Pasta is a favorite family meal! It’s a creamy, comforting pasta dish packed with two kinds of cheese, savory ground beef.
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Cheeseburger Pasta
Hủ Tiếu Xào (Vietnamese Stir Fried Flat Noodles with Beef)
Hủ tiếu xào, or Vietnamese Stir Fried Flat Noodles, is a tasty Vietnamese dish that resembles beef chow fun. This simple but flavorful meal is the perfect blend of stir-fried flat noodles, tender beef and
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Hủ Tiếu Xào (Vietnamese Stir Fried Flat Noodles with Beef)
Pasta Carbonara
Pasta carbonara is an egg based pasta dish from Italy. The authentic recipe never includes cream and uses guanciale.
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Pasta Carbonara
BLT Pasta Salad
This BLT pasta salad combines the classic combination of bacon, lettuce, and tomato with cavatappi pasta, Colby Jack cheese, red onion, and ranch dressing.
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BLT Pasta Salad
The Best Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe
Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe is so flavorful. Flavorful salmon and a creamy garlic sauce, this easy recipe will make you feel like a chef!
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The Best Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe
Creamy Vegan Zucchini Pasta with Lemon and Basil
This Creamy Vegan Zucchini Pasta with Lemon and Basil will be your new go to pasta. It is packed with veggies and easy to make.
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Creamy Vegan Zucchini Pasta with Lemon and Basil
Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese
Jalapeno popper mac and cheese is a mac and cheese that is then flavored to taste like a jalapeno popper! Give this pasta side dish a try.
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Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese
Cheesy Taco Pasta
This easy to make Cheesy Taco Pasta recipe is made in one pot and is ready in just 30 minutes! Taco seasoned ground beef mixed with loads of cheese and pasta make up this delicious dish. One pot pasta recipes like this one and my Goulash recipe are perfect for those busy weeknights when you
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Cheesy Taco Pasta
Chicken Mushroom Pasta
Chunks of juicy chicken breast and savory mushrooms are cooked in a creamy sauce with pasta, then sprinkled with parmesan cheese and parsley.
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Chicken Mushroom Pasta
Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Spice up your pasta night with this delicious Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe! Tender chicken breast coated in cajun seasoning, served on a bed of creamy alfredo sauce and fettuccine pasta. A perfect dish for those who love a little heat and comfort food. Easy to make in under an hour!
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Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Pasta Bolognese
This thick, rich Bolognese sauce is easy to make for a delicious Italian meal at home. Hearty Pasta Bolognese is the ultimate comfort food!
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Pasta Bolognese
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
Creamy, spicy and full of flavor! This Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta is loaded with tender shrimp, andouille sausage, bell peppers and the most delicious creamy Cajun sauce.
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Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
Pesto Chicken Pasta
Enjoy this hearty, fragrant and deliciously filling Pesto Chicken Pasta with pan seared chicken and pasta in a creamy pesto sauce.
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Pesto Chicken Pasta
Seafood Pasta Recipe
This seafood pasta is a mix of shrimp, clams, mussels and scallops, all tossed together with spaghetti in a homemade tomato sauce.
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Seafood Pasta Recipe
Zucchini, Kale And Lemon Orzo
This easy one pot Lemon Orzo With Zucchini is loaded with bright, lemon and herb flavors, as well as fresh zucchini and kale for a dish that is healthy, hearty and delicious.
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Zucchini, Kale And Lemon Orzo
Zesty Italian Pasta Salad With Italian Dressing
This zesty Italian pasta salad is made with fresh vegetables, mozzarella pearls, and salami, and is topped with a delicious homemade Italian salad dressing.
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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad With Italian Dressing
One Pot Chicken Enchilada Pasta
One Pot Chicken Enchilada Pasta takes your favorite enchiladas and turns it into a quick and easy pasta dish the whole family will love.
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One Pot Chicken Enchilada Pasta
Stuffed Shells with Italian Sausage
Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a 4-cheese mixture and topped with a delicious italian sausage meat sauce. These Stuffed Shells with Italian Sausage are out of this world.
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Stuffed Shells with Italian Sausage
Creamy Curry Pasta Recipe – Indian Style Chicken Curry Pasta
A creamy curry pasta with all the flavors or chicken tikka masala! This Indian style masala pasta is a quick one pot recipe that has all the wonderful flavors of a classic Indian chicken curry.
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Creamy Curry Pasta Recipe - Indian Style Chicken Curry Pasta
Baked Spaghetti Casserole
This Baked Spaghetti Casserole is layered with a rich, meaty sauce, dollops of creamy ricotta cheese, and plenty of melted mozzarella.
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Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Now that you’ve finished this list of 31 Best Pasta Recipes, and are probably hungry, go grab the ingredients to make one of these delicious recipes. Leave a comment below and let me know how it went.

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