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22 Quick, Easy and Delicious Ways To Cook Pasta

Perfect for busy weeknights, these easy pasta recipes make satisfying dinners for you and your family

September 8, 2020

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Just like rice or noodles, pasta is a super versatile ingredient that can be eaten in so many ways. They’re also incredibly filling and work as a one-pot or one-tray dish on their own, so you don’t have to fuss over tons of cleanup. Check out our 22 best quick and easy pasta recipes.

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22 Quick, Easy and Delicious Ways To Cook Pasta

1. Spaghetti with Tomato, Chilli & Squid

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Tomatoes are an incredible fruit. They are healthy, delicious and have so many uses. Try something new by tossing it with squid, chilli and spaghetti for a super quick and easy meal.

2. Authentic Italian Spaghetti Carbonara

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What’s the secret to a real, authentic-tasting spaghetti carbonara like an Italian nonna would make? Find out with this super easy four-ingredient recipe!

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3. Linguine With Garlic Prawns

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Whip up this really satisfying pasta dish made with fresh linguine and juicy king prawns, spiced with garlic and red chillies.

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4. Mentaiko Pasta

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For a quick yet luxurious meal for one, try making mentaiko pasta with this recipe. This dish does not require heavy clean up once you’re done so don’t worry about making a mess!

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5. Creamy Pumpkin Pork Ragu With Linguine

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This linguine recipe is creamy, cheesy and absolutely delicious. A dash of white wine works to elevate the dish!

6. Hawaiian Baked Fusili

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This hearty and wholesome bake makes a great party platter or you can serve it up as a healthy weekend dinner.

7. Peas & Ricotta Pasta

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Featuring sliced ham, peas and Ricotta cheese, this two-step pasta dish will make for a refreshing lunch or dinner.

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8. Pasta With Spinach, Mushrooms & Almonds

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This delectable vegetarian pasta is packed with mushrooms, pecorino and crunchy almonds. Delish! It’s also suitable for diabetics.

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9. Fresh Pasta With Puttanesca Sauce

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If you like your pasta dense and flavourful, this dish made with Puttanesca sauce featuring heady aromas of garlic, anchovies, capers, and olives will thrill your palate!

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10. Salsa Verde Tuna Pasta

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When you’re hungry and need a delish dish fast, try this 10-minute pasta recipe. The angel hair pasta mixed with tuna and salsa verde will satisfy.

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11. Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake

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A pasta bake never fails to satisfy. And this Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake recipe is perfect for a lazy weekend dinner for the family.

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12. Quick Pasta Salad

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Pack your kids a quick and healthy pasta salad for a lip smacking and nutritious meal.

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13. Creamy Spinach Ravioli with Almonds

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Elevate humble store bought ravioli with this simple recipe for awesome ravioli with creamy spinach and almonds.

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14. Pasta with Shrimps and Ruccola

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This refreshing pasta dish made with generous servings of shrimp and ruccola (also known as arugula) is sure to be a hit.

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15. Crab Meat Pasta

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This pasta dish is perfect for a mid-week pick me up dinner when you’re running short on time.

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16. Roasted Tomato and Anchovy Pasta

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Add extra flavour to your pasta dish with roasted tomatoes and anchovies. It’s quick and easy to prepare for busy weeknights!

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17. Salmon Pasta

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Relish every bite of this creamy salmon pasta with the occasional bite of peas and mouthwatering salmon.

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18. Baked Chilli Tuna Pasta

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For easy and delicious comfort food, try this simple recipe for baked chilli tuna pasta.

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19. Chicken and Proscuitto Pasta

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Just one spoonful of this creamy chicken and prosciutto pasta will make you go “Mmm!”

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20. Chicken Pesto Pasta Bake

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There’s just something about the tantalising taste of the pesto sauce that gets kids (and adults) eating. The key is to add pesto sauce gradually so as not to end up with a salty dish. This chicken pesto pasta bake makes a terrific one-pan dish for the whole family.

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21. Creamy Pesto Zucchini-Pasta

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Zucchini pasta is a great lighter meals, substituting your typical pasta. Perfect for warm days, this makes a refreshing and healthy meal.

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22. Spelt Pasta With Broccolini And Walnuts

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How about a plate of spelt pasta with broccolini and walnuts when a vegetarian craving hits?

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