6 Simple Pasta Recipes You'll Make on Repeat

By Luca Romano4 min read
A bowl of creamy mushroom pasta with fresh herbs on a rustic wooden table.

There is something about a bowl of pasta that feels like a hug after a long day. Whether you are craving a heavy, comforting bake or just need something on the table in ten minutes, these recipes have saved me more than once when I didn't have a plan for dinner.

I have gathered a few of my favorite ways to cook noodles here. Most of these rely on ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, so you can spend less time at the store and more time actually eating.

1.

Quick 10-Minute Garlic Butter Pasta

This is my go-to when I am completely exhausted. Just toss your favorite long noodles with plenty of garlic, butter, and a bit of pasta water to get that silky finish.

2.

Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta Bake

If you need to feed a crowd, this is the one. The mushrooms soak up all the sauce, and the bubbly, golden crust on top is worth the extra few minutes in the oven.

3.

Angel Hair Pasta with Tomato, Tuna and Black Olive Sauce

Pantry staples like canned tuna and olives make this surprisingly deep and savory. It cooks so fast that the sauce is ready before the pasta finishes boiling.

4.

Quick Spicy Meatless Spaghetti Sauce

You don't need meat to make a hearty sauce. This version has a nice kick from crushed red pepper that pairs well with any hearty pasta shape.

Luca Romano
Luca Romano

Trained in Bologna, Luca focuses on simple Italian cooking with a handful of great ingredients — pasta, risotto, and bright Mediterranean plates.