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19 Pasta Recipes For Any Night of the Week

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If you are a big fan of pasta, you are going to love this collection of different recipes. There are so many kinds to try, from simple weeknight dinners to soups and salads. Each dish is full of flavor and uses ingredients that are easy to find. You will want to make these meals for your family over and over again.

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Sopa de Coditos (Elbow Pasta Soup)

A bowl full of Sopa de Coditos next to sliced serranos and green cilantro.
Sopa de Coditos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Sopa de Coditos is a comforting Mexican soup that features small elbow pasta cooked in a flavorful tomato broth with other vegetables for a simple and warm meal.
Get Recipe: Sopa de Coditos

Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

A bowl of creamy pumpkin pasta garnished with grated cheese and crispy sage leaves, with a backdrop of green leafy herbs. The dish features golden, saucy pasta swirls with a slightly rich and savory appearance.
Pumpkin Pasta Sauce. Photo credit: Dana’s Table.

This Pumpkin Pasta Sauce is a creamy and dairy-free sauce that has a mild and slightly sweet flavor, making it a very cozy and different way to enjoy your pasta dinner.
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Espagueti Verde (Mexican Green Spaghetti)

Espagueti Verde is a creamy and savory dish that will make you beg for seconds. Spaghetti tossed in a delicious poblano sauce. This Mexican recipe is great for Meatless Mondays or any day of the week. Watch the Video. By Mama Maggie's Kitchen
Espagueti Verde. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Espagueti Verde is a Mexican dish where spaghetti is covered in a smooth green sauce that gets its color and a little bit of spice from poblano peppers.
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Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta

A bowl of spaghetti topped with a hearty tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, sausage, and garnished with fresh basil leaves. Perfect for fancy dinner recipes, the dish is served with two silver forks over a gray textured cloth on a white surface.
Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta. Photo credit: Mae’s Menu.

Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta is a hearty meal that combines spicy sausage and sweet bell peppers with tomatoes and pasta, all topped with melted cheese.
Get Recipe: Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta

Espagueti Blanco (Mexican White Sauce Spaghetti)

Espagueti Blanco served on a large white plate.
Esspagueti Blanco. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

The sauce for Espagueti Blanco is a creamy white sauce that coats the spaghetti perfectly, creating a rich and comforting Mexican-style pasta dish.
Get the Recipe: Espagueti Blanco

Quick and Easy Hummus Pasta (One Pot!) ~ Veggie Inspired

A bowl of creamy rotini pasta mixed with cherry tomatoes and garnished with fresh herbs. The dish is served on a grey plate placed on a marble countertop. Fresh lemon slices and a bowl of cherry tomatoes are placed nearby for garnish.
Easy Hummus Pasta. Photo credit: Veggie Inspired.

You can make this Creamy Hummus Pasta in just one pot by mixing pasta water with hummus to create a smooth and protein-packed sauce that is ready very quickly.
Get Recipe: Quick and Easy Hummus Pasta

Homemade Hamburger Helper

A creamy pasta dish is served on a white speckled plate. The pasta is shell-shaped and mixed with a rich sauce that includes ground meat and diced vegetables. The dish is topped with grated cheese. A black fork and a blue cloth napkin are placed beside the plate.
Homemade Hamburger Helper. Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

Homemade Hamburger Helper is a classic one-pot meal made with ground beef, pasta, and a rich cheese sauce that is much better than the boxed version.
Get Recipe: Homemade Hamburger Helper

Sopa de Conchas (Mexican Shell Pasta Soup)

A ladle full of Sopa de Conchas over a stock pot of the soup.
Sopa de Conchas. Photo By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Sopa de Conchas is a traditional Mexican noodle soup that is made with small shell-shaped pasta in a light tomato broth that is both simple and delicious.
Get Recipe: Sopa de Conchas

Creamy Gochujang Pasta (고추장 파스타)

A plate of rigatoni pasta is topped with a rich, creamy red sauce and garnished with chopped green onions and grated cheese. Bits of chicken are mixed throughout. The dish is presented on a speckled, rustic plate with a fork placed on the side.
Creamy Gochujang Pasta (고추장 파스타). Photo credit: Sugaryums.

Creamy Gochujang Pasta is a spicy and creamy dish that combines Korean gochujang paste with pasta for a unique and very flavorful dinner experience.
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Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

A bowl of chipotle pasta served with a spoon and sitting on a marble surface.
Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta gets its kick from chipotle peppers, which are mixed into a creamy sauce with tender pieces of chicken and served over your favorite pasta.
Get Recipe: Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

The Easiest Escarole and White Bean Soup

A bowl of tomato-based vegetable soup with pasta sits on a table next to a pot of the same soup, a piece of buttered bread, and a garlic bulb. The soup is garnished with fresh parsley and contains ingredients like tomatoes, greens, and small pasta tubes.
The Easiest Escarole and Bean Soup. Photo credit: Cinnamon Snail.

Escarole and White Bean Soup is a classic Italian soup that is filled with healthy greens, white beans, and small pasta in a light and savory broth.
Get Recipe: The Easiest Escarole and White Bean Soup

Sopa de Pollo con Fideos (Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup)

A bowl of soup containing chicken, spaghetti, lime slices, and a variety of vegetables such as carrots and potatoes. The soup is garnished with chopped herbs and placed on a striped cloth. A small bowl of chopped herbs with a wooden spoon is beside it.
Sopa de Pollo con Fideos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Sopa de Pollo con Fideos is a Mexican chicken noodle soup that is loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, and thin noodles in a clear and comforting broth.
Get Recipe: Sopa de Pollo con Fideos

One Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Spinach

A bowl of spaghetti pasta mixed with spinach, sautéed mushrooms, and garnished with chopped parsley. A fork is resting on the edge of the bowl. The dish is placed on a light-colored wooden surface.
One Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Spinach. Photo credit: Babaganosh.

One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Spinach is an easy meal where the pasta cooks right in the pan with mushrooms and spinach in a creamy sauce.
Get Recipe: One Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Spinach

Ensalada de Coditos (Mexican Elbow Pasta Salad)

Ensalada de Coditos served in a clay bowl.
Ensalada de Coditos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Ensalada de Coditos is a cold Mexican pasta salad made with elbow macaroni, mixed with a creamy dressing and often includes peas and ham for extra flavor.
Get the recipe: Ensalada de Coditos

Easy Lobster Ravioli Sauce

A pan filled with creamy tomato-based sauce is topped with rectangular pasta and garnished with chopped parsley. The sauce appears rich and hearty, containing bits of ground meat. A wooden spoon is scooping up a piece of the pasta, ready to serve.
Quick & Easy Lobster Ravioli Sauce. Photo credit: Garlic & Zest.

This Easy Lobster Ravioli Sauce is a rich and creamy tomato sauce that is perfect for serving over store-bought or homemade lobster ravioli for a special meal.
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Espagueti Rojo

A plate of red spaghetti topped with a dollop of cream, crumbled cotija cheese, and a parsley garnish. Next to the plate are a small bowl of cream, a few utensils, and a sprig of fresh herbs on a light tablecloth.
Espagueti Rojo. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Espagueti Rojo is a simple Mexican pasta dish where spaghetti is tossed in a smooth and flavorful red sauce made from tomatoes and spices.
Get the Recipe: Espagueti Rojo

Mie Goreng (Indonesian Stir-Fried Mee Goreng Noodles)

A close-up of a plate of stir-fried noodles being lifted with chopsticks from a dark bowl. The noodles are covered in a rich, dark sauce and mixed with vegetables and pieces of protein. In the background, there are steamed buns and a small dish of red sauce.
Mie Goreng Recipe. Photo credit: Cinnamon Snail.

Mie Goreng is an Indonesian stir-fried noodle dish that is typically made with a sweet and savory sauce, vegetables, and sometimes tofu or tempeh.
Get Recipe: Mie Goreng (Indonesian Stir-Fried Mee Goreng Noodles)

Sopa de Fideo (Classic Mexican Noodle Soup)

A blue bowl with noodle soup topped with green onion.
Sopa de Fideo. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Sopa de Fideo is a classic Mexican comfort food made by first browning thin noodles and then simmering them in a tomato-based broth until they are soft.
Get Recipe: Sopa de Fideo

Instant Pot Chili Mac

A bowl of cheesy pasta with ground meat and tomato sauce, garnished with shredded cheese and chopped herbs. The bowl is placed on a black and white striped cloth, and a fork is visible to the side.
Instant Pot Chili Mac. Photo credit: Savory Sweet Spoon.

Instant Pot Chili Mac is a fast and easy one-pot meal that combines the flavors of hearty chili with tender macaroni and lots of cheesy goodness.
Get Recipe: Instant Pot Chili Mac

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