25 Easy Pasta Dinners The Whole Family Will Love

Recipe: Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus

Fettuccine Alfredo probably isn’t the first dish you think of for a springtime supper or healthy eating. But this version, made with fresh, seasonal asparagus, is much lighter than the classic and just as delicious. With a bit of lemon to give it a citrus kick, it’s perfect for the warmer weather.

Recipe: Mushroom Stroganoff

Smoked paprika adds depth to this meatless dish.

Recipe: Pasta Shells with Spring Vegetables

Pea tendrils, the tender tips of pea vines that taste just like the peas, make an unexpected and charming garnish.

Recipe: Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Whisk warm milk into the flour mixture to ensure a lump-free sauce. We also recommend shredding your own cheese for a creamier texture. We tested with Cracker Barrel Extra-Sharp Cheddar. Our step-by-step guide removes any guesswork from making this classic pasta.

Step-by-Step Video: Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Recipe: Spinach Ravioli Lasagna

This top-rated spinach-ravioli lasagna uses convenience items, like store-bought pesto sauce, jarred Alfredo sauce, and frozen cheese-filled ravioli, to deliver a delicious main dish with little time and effort on your part.

Recipe: Vanessa's Make-Ahead Beefy Lasagna

A container of refrigerated pesto adds distinctive flavor to this basic beef-and-cheese lasagna, and the unbaked lasagna can be frozen for up to three months.

Recipe: Cavatappi Pasta with Beans and Bacon

Thick, twisty cavatappi noodles pair beautifully with crisp bacon and bright beans.

Recipe: Spaghetti Casserole

Southerners love our casseroles, and it doesn’t get much easier than this Spaghetti Casserole.

Recipe: Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce

A touch of cream makes this tomato sauce oh-so-indulgent.

Recipe: Beefy Butternut Squash Pasta

With substantial pieces of butternut squash and browned beef, this pasta is a whole meal in one bowl.

Recipe: Sweet Pepper Pasta with Sausage

Who knew sweet peppers and sausage could be such a winning combination?

Recipe: Spaghetti with Pecan Pesto and Garlicky Breadcrumbs

Only in the South do we throw pecans into our pesto—and once you make the switch, you’ll never look back.

Recipe: Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

Have some surplus from your farmers’ market haul? Add your extra produce to this catch-all, summery baked ziti.

Recipe: Cabbage, Mushroom, and Bacon Pasta

This one skillet, one pot dish makes cooking an elegant dinner easier than ever.

Recipe: Tomato Carbonara

This vegetarian-friendly version of your favorite pasta dish swaps bacon for burst cherry tomatoes.

Recipe: Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Chicken, penne, and cream sauce come together to create an all-star dinner casserole.

Recipe: Quick and Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

Have a pack of ground beef on hand? Make this easy Spaghetti Bolognese your go-to dinner solution.

Recipe: One-Pan Pasta with Chicken Sausage, Mushrooms, and Collards

Your guests will never suspect that a meal this elegant was cooking in just one pan. Talk about no cleanup!

Recipe: Spring Pea Pasta with Ricotta and Herbs

Equal parts pasta and crisp, bright peas, this pasta helps you get your greens in (and still tastes great)!

Recipe: Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake

Freshen up your tried-and-true pasta casserole with bright green kale. A creamy sauce keeps this 30-minute pasta bake feeling appropriately cheesy and indulgent.

Recipe: Skillet-Toasted Gnocchi with Peas

A stunning dish of gnocchi is shockingly easy to make – just pick up a package of the potato pasta at the grocery store and toss it in your skillet.

Recipe: Fusilli Pasta with Spinach, Tomato, and Bacon

Pasta, cooked and crisped to perfection on a sheet pan? Don’t knock it until you try it.

Recipe: Winter Vegetables and Gnocchi

This balanced bowl gives you full servings of vegetables and pasta in one, making it the ideal winter weeknight supper.

Recipe: Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake

Tortellini, chicken, broccoli, butter crackers, and pecans compose this casserole that bursts with flavor and texture.

Recipe: Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta

Shrimp, corn, and smoked sausage form the base for this warm-weather pasta dish with a nice Cajun kick.