Kid friendly pasta recipes with 400 or fewer calories costing less than $1.5 per serving

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Brett & Bart's favorite spaghetti

Brett & Bart's favorite spaghetti

This is an old Italian recipe that I've been cooking for 30 years, and my boys and husband all love it. I got…

jeanne templeman
Nov 2008
Intermediate
8 votes
15221 views
Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes

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…

Robyn Savoie
Mar 2014
Advanced
2 votes
6849 views
Spinach and Sausage Gnocchi

Spinach and Sausage Gnocchi

This is a delicious and beautiful dish. We just served it for a normal weeknight meal, but the presentation is such that it would be good for…

John Spottiswood
Feb 2015
Advanced
2 votes
5468 views
Pasta with Greens and Feta Cheese

Pasta with Greens and Feta Cheese

Simple, tasty recipe that the whole family will like. Instead of spinach, greens could include arugula,…

Lindsey Ford
Mar 2008
Intermediate
2 votes
4394 views
Asian Noodle Sesame Salad

Asian Noodle Sesame Salad

This salad served cold is a wonderful summer meal or side dish. I think it is best when prepared a day or two ahead of time so that the noodles…

lhuffman
Apr 2008
Beginner
2 votes
7797 views
Pene ala Strider

Pene ala Strider

My husband came up with this dish one night, we love it and have it about once a week. It's light, refreshing and absolutely Delicious.

Kimi
Feb 2009
Advanced
1 vote
2917 views
penne pasta with chicken

penne pasta with chicken

a good healthy meal that is easy to make in about an hour.

Tim Abate
Jun 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
1767 views
Lazy homemade pasta with minced pork and beef meat

Lazy homemade pasta with minced pork and beef meat

This recipe is as simple as 1-2-3! You can make it with pasta from a store but it’s more tender and delish…

Helenscooking
Jul 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
2491 views
Creamy Noodles & Peas

Creamy Noodles & Peas

This is a quick and easy side dish that makes peas yummy to eat and is the result of experimenting on a cool fall evening 25 years ago.

JoyG
Oct 2011
Professional
1 vote
1735 views
Best Ever Macaroni and Cheese

Best Ever Macaroni and Cheese

A family favorite that I've been making for 15 years.

Beth Roan
Apr 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
2785 views
Megan's Chicken Fettuccine

Megan's Chicken Fettuccine

My daughter's requested ingredients...chicken and pasta

Beth Roan
Apr 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
1762 views
Low Fat, Three Cheese Mac and Cheese, Made From a Box But Healthier

Low Fat, Three Cheese Mac and Cheese, Made From a Box But Healthier

For years I’ve been on the quest for a decadent tasting classic macaroni…

Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox
May 2012
Professional
1 vote
2882 views
Skinny Thai Chicken and Peanut Noodles

Skinny Thai Chicken and Peanut Noodles

I love any kind of Asian noodle dish, especially a Thai one that includes peanut butter. Good news too: Peanut…

Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox
May 2012
Professional
1 vote
3032 views
Cheesy Vegetable Lasagna

Cheesy Vegetable Lasagna

This is the best meal I have found to hide vegetables. You can use any raw vegetable you want. I prefer zucchini but you could use squash, broccoli,…

Beth Roan
Jun 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
3108 views
Suppa di matrimonio Italiano ( Wedding Soup)

Suppa di matrimonio Italiano ( Wedding Soup)

I believe this soup was served at weddings and family gatherings because it was quick and easy to prepare,…

J. Gino Genovesi
Jul 2013
Professional
1 vote
4509 views