Italian pasta main dish recipes

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Simple Pasta with Garlic & Olive Oil

Simple Pasta with Garlic & Olive Oil

This is a classic recipe that is so simple to make but always delicious. You can serve this as a side dish to…

John Spottiswood
Dec 2012
Advanced
12 votes
24525 views
Simple Pasta with Spinach, Mushrooms and Tomatoes

Simple Pasta with Spinach, Mushrooms and Tomatoes

This is one of those simple recipes that are almost embarrassing to put on this website. But this was really…

John Spottiswood
Jan 2011
Advanced
6 votes
8092 views
Spaghetti with Baby Clams & Linguica

Spaghetti with Baby Clams & Linguica

This is a tasty pasta dish. It is quick to make and will serve four nicely. I would have used linguine…

Bob Vincent
Jan 2015
Intermediate
2 votes
6747 views
Kickin Chicken Riggies

Kickin Chicken Riggies

This pasta dish is native to Central NY. You can find it served in many restaurants. I am a gradualte of the Culinary Institute of America and I…

Ramona Waldecker
Sep 2010
Professional
1 vote
7854 views
Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

For a romantic dinner, try this superb shrimp, sauteed in a buttery, garlic and lemon wine sauce. It doesn’t…

Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox
Feb 2012
Professional
3 votes
8013 views
Spaghetti with a “Light Mushroom & Scallion Alfredo”

Spaghetti with a “Light Mushroom & Scallion Alfredo”

This dish is easy, delicious and looks beautiful. Enjoy with Much Love, Catherine

Catherine Pappas
Feb 2011
Intermediate
5 votes
3972 views
Penne Alfredo with Italian Sausage and Zucchini

Penne Alfredo with Italian Sausage and Zucchini

I had this dish at a local diner and loved it. So I recreated it at home it's an easy tasty dish. It looks…

Denise Sherin
May 2015
Advanced
2 votes
7436 views
Broccoli Rabe with Spaghetti, Feta Cheese and Croutons

Broccoli Rabe with Spaghetti, Feta Cheese and Croutons

You have just created a meal that is satisfying and delicious. Enjoy with Lots of Love, Catherine

Catherine Pappas
Jun 2010
Intermediate
4 votes
3202 views
Coral Pasta with Lobster in Creamy Herbed Lemon Sauce

Coral Pasta with Lobster in Creamy Herbed Lemon Sauce

This is a dish to impress! I used handcrafted Italian pasta by Torino that derives its unique colors from…

Julie Reihl
Sep 2011
Advanced
1 vote
2436 views
PARSLEY sun-dried TOMATO PESTO on PASTA

PARSLEY sun-dried TOMATO PESTO on PASTA

I opened the fridge to be happily greeted by a beautiful bouquet of parsley. With this, I was inspired to…

Foodessa
Apr 2010
Professional
2 votes
2809 views
Linguine with Mussels, Pancetta & Peas in Lemon-Tarragon Cream Sauce

Linguine with Mussels, Pancetta & Peas in Lemon-Tarragon Cream Sauce

This is adapted from a recipe that appeared in Cuisine At Home seven years…

Bob Vincent
Jan 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
5575 views
Soba Noodles with Asparagus, Parmesan, Bacon & Egg

Soba Noodles with Asparagus, Parmesan, Bacon & Egg

This recipe sounds strange...but if you can get over the unusual ingredients you are in for an amazing meal.…

John Spottiswood
Nov 2012
Advanced
2 votes
5697 views
Olive oil, Garlic, and Tomato Pasta

Olive oil, Garlic, and Tomato Pasta

I like trying out different types of pasta recipes. It gives me ideas to make some of my own. Hope you enjoy…

ShaleeDP
Oct 2014
Intermediate
2 votes
6798 views
Italian Sausage and Pasta

Italian Sausage and Pasta

Pasta with Italian sausage, broccoli and olive oil.

Beth Roan
Nov 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
3581 views
Chicken Pesto Orecchiette

Chicken Pesto Orecchiette

The number one mistake Americans make when using pesto is using too much. We see the little jar on the shelf and think “It’s so small! I should…

Nick Webster
Apr 2013
Advanced
1 vote
2761 views