Quick and easy American pasta main dish recipes

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Pasta Shells in white sauce with sausage, mushrooms and peas!

Pasta Shells in white sauce with sausage, mushrooms and peas!

I'm a big fan of Italian food and Pasta tops my list! I had this packet of shell pasta and wanted to make…

Manju Nair
Jul 2010
Intermediate
2 votes
9489 views
Baked Ham Rigatoni

Baked Ham Rigatoni

If you have a love for pasta and cheese then Baked Ham Rigatoni is the recipe for you. One of my weaknesses is "Pasta" oh how I could eat it…

Mommy's Kitchen
Nov 2010
Intermediate
3 votes
10767 views
Zubriac (Spinach, Pasta, Cheese Casserole)

Zubriac (Spinach, Pasta, Cheese Casserole)

This is what my mom made for me for my birthday dinner when I was a kid (and still does even though I am in my…

Kelly Christensen
Sep 2014
Intermediate
2 votes
6621 views
Our Favorite Mac & Cheese

Our Favorite Mac & Cheese

It’s been rainy and cold here. Comfort food was a must. Ken wanted macaroni and cheese, but it had to be extra cheesy with a crunchy topping. Patti…

Patti Fisher
Apr 2015
Professional
1 vote
5189 views
Rattlesnake Penne Pasta.... Why is it called that?

Rattlesnake Penne Pasta.... Why is it called that?

Well, Rattlesnake Penne Pasta doesn't really have rattlesnake meat in it. It's just a name, but then you all…

Nick Roche
May 2010
Advanced
3 votes
6041 views
Creamy Zucchini, Ham & Pasta

Creamy Zucchini, Ham & Pasta

Low calorie, low fat - this saucy one dish meal is a comfort food unto its own yet one which won’t break your New Year’s resolution goals! Each…

Salad Foodie
Jan 2013
Professional
1 vote
4378 views
Cajun Chicken Linguine Alfredo, Skinnyfied

Cajun Chicken Linguine Alfredo, Skinnyfied

bit spicy, a bit creamy, this decadent pasta brings a classic Chicken Alfredo to a whole new level. It’s…

Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox
Apr 2012
Professional
1 vote
2570 views
Easy Sausage Pierogi Bake

Easy Sausage Pierogi Bake

Ken wanted macaroni and cheese made meaty with sausage. Patti had an “aha” moment because frozen pierogies are something we always have on hand,…

Patti Fisher
Oct 2015
Professional
1 vote
3111 views
Awesome! No Bake ~ Macaroni and Cheese!

Awesome! No Bake ~ Macaroni and Cheese!

This is a great way to kick up macaroni and cheese. Serve as a side dish or just a simple main dish with a…

Catherine Pappas
Jun 2011
Intermediate
2 votes
4232 views
Easy & Tasty Red Fish Sauce with Spaghetti!!

Easy & Tasty Red Fish Sauce with Spaghetti!!

This dish is easy and delicious! A perfect Friday night meal to bring a smile to your day! Enjoy with Love…

Catherine Pappas
Jul 2011
Intermediate
3 votes
2460 views
Asparagus Fettuccine

Asparagus Fettuccine

A fantastic pasta dish so easy to prepare.

"Cheffie Cooks"
Jan 2017
Advanced
2 votes
2636 views
Macaroni, Chicken and Cheese Casserole

Macaroni, Chicken and Cheese Casserole

An easy on your pocketbook comfort dish for the family. It is one of those meals, having leftover chicken,…

Julia Ann Souders
Jul 2014
Intermediate
1 vote
5382 views
Alfredo Sauce & Pasta

Alfredo Sauce & Pasta

A Quick Meal Yield: 2-3 servings This is a recipe you can be creative with and not really go wrong. I have successfully added: ¼ cup…

Steve Penn
May 2015
Intermediate
1 vote
5700 views
Cream Cheese & Black Olive Lasagna

Cream Cheese & Black Olive Lasagna

Creamy and delicious 3~ layer Lasagna.

"Cheffie Cooks"
Apr 2016
Advanced
1 vote
1618 views