10 Pasta Dinners Your Family Will Ask For Again and Again

Pasta is one of those go-to meals that works any time of year. These recipes are always a hit on the family dinner table.

Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato (BLT) Pasta

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This easy BLT Pasta takes everything you love about a classic bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich and turns it into a fantastic weeknight dinner. Crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, tender penne, and a lightly creamy finish come together quickly, which is exactly what a tired cook needs at the end of a long day.

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Italian Sausage Alfredo

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This Italian Sausage Alfredo is a creamy, cheesy combination of linguine with sausage and mushrooms that’s great for either family dinners or special occasions!

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Easy Baked Spaghetti with Cheese

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This easy, oh so cheesy Easy Baked Spaghetti with Cheese contains layers of bubbly cheese, hearty meat sauce, and perfectly cooked spaghetti. It’s a great, kid-friendly weeknight dinner for busy families.

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Egg Noodle Lasagna

My Egg Noodle Lasagna recipe is a real family pleaser with layers and layers of meat sauce, cheesy filling, and egg noodles.

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Homemade Jumbo Meatballs and Spaghetti

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Treat your family and friends to a delicious and fun dinner with my recipe for Jumbo Meatballs and Spaghetti! Kids love a plate of spaghetti and tomato sauce with one giant meatball perched on top. Grate over some Parmesan cheese and let the feast begin.

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Easy Baked Ziti

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This Easy Baked Ziti pasta with its rich tomato-meat sauce and gooey cheese will make you feel like an expert in the kitchen. It’s super comforting American-Italian food that all ages love. It’s easy to make and is even better the second day!

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Creamy Shrimp Pasta

Need a quick weeknight dinner? You can whip up this Creamy Shrimp Pasta in just 25 minutes! Tender shrimp with a garlic-Parmesan sauce is served over noodles in this total comfort food recipe.

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Bowtie Pasta Salad with Grapes

Discover a tasty twist on pasta salad with this Bow Tie Pasta Salad with Grapes recipe. Bursting with the bright flavors of grape tomatoes, green grapes, and tangy dressing, it’s a refreshing dish that’s perfect for a summer cookout or picnic!

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Pasta Arrabiata

Pasta Arrabiata is a delicious, classic combination of pasta and bacon with fiery hot red pepper flakes and bright fresh basil. This spicy sauce is perfect when topped with Parmesan cheese and served with bread and a salad. Best of all? You can have this mouthwatering dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.

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One Pot Pasta Dinner

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You’ll really enjoy this One Pot Pasta Dinner recipe when you want supper on the table fast. With just one pot, a few pantry ingredients, and minimal cleanup, you’ll be sitting down to eat in about ten minutes.

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