Quick and easy summer pastas recipes

Avocado Pasta

Delicious, creamy (with no milk or cream!), and healthy. Makes a great side dish, or top with grilled chicken for a complete meal. Pairs well with…

Festive Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is colorful and zesty! Serve warm or at room temperature.

Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

Everyone will thank you for this one make double if you have big eaters this has never failed me .... This is a very heavy, creamy filling side…

Pan-Fried Noodle Hong Kong Style

One of my favorite Chinese dishes is pan-fried noodles. I used to make a gooey mess when I tried to make it.…

Macaroni and slaw salad

This recipe comes from my Taste of Home cookbook. It is a delicious, easy to make and my go to salad recipe for potlucks.

Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes

Since we can have great tomatoes year around, we can always enjoy their fresh flavor this way. Remember: Never store your fresh tomatoes in the…

Salmon Pasta Salad

Bowtie pasta with salmon. Delicious and not too heavy. Simple and easy. My daughters enjoy it, its a nice summer lunch time food.

Green Beans, Red Potatoes and Pasta

A comfort food dish of pasta, fresh green beans and red potatoes with a light sauce. ©2007-2014 Netta…

Grandma's Cheese Macaroni Casserole

Creamy southern style Macaroni and Cheese with a crunchy cracker topping. Great make ahead dish for events and…

Noodles with Ginger and Cilantro

Here is a simple noodle dish that goes well with most Asian dishes. It can also be served as a snack for two…

Four Cheese Italian Macaroni

Pad Thai (Flat Noodles with Vegetables)

These Pad Thai Noodles is a fusion of Chinese and Thai flavors creating dynamic flavors and brilliant color.…

Aztec Couscous

Couscous takes on a Latin flair with black beans, corn, jalapeno, cilantro, and cumin for a tasty vegetarian side dish.

Super Easy Cheesy Macaroni

My own rendition of an old time favorite. My kids love this recipe. It is not for health conscious people as it does include lots of cheese and…