If you love pasta, but feel like you’ve tried it all, think again! Beyond the classic pastas dishes you know and love like spaghetti and penne, there’s a whole world of unique, lesser-known pastas just waiting to shake up your dinner routine. From unusual ingredients to bold flavors, these 8 pasta dishes offer something exciting for every palate. Dig in!
Mushroom and Burrata Bucatini
Earthy mushrooms and creamy burrata give this pasta dish from Coffee & Champagne star power. The hollow bucatini soaks up the sauce for an extra flavor boost in every bite. Even better … this is a one-pan meal you can make in 30 minutes. It’s creamy, easy and irresistible.
Creamy Brie Pasta
Pasta and brie? Yes, please! This creamy brie pasta recipe from Jar of Lemons is made with spinach, tomatoes, basil, brie cheese, garlic, milk, and whatever pasta you’ve got in the cupboard. You can throw this one together in under 30 minutes and it’s a great way to use leftover brie cheese. The cheese adds nuttiness and earthiness to the pasta that you just can’t beat.
French Onion Pasta
If you like French onion soup, you’ll love this 30-minute pasta from Spicy Southern Kitchen! Comfort food at its best, this dish is easy and oh-so-delicious. The onions are caramelized in olive oil and butter for stunning flavor, then combined with pasta and mixed with a heap of melted cheese. Be sure to broil this a bit to get those crispy brown spots on the cheese!
Pumpkin Ravioli in Apple Sage Butter Sauce
For full-on fall flavor, whip up this pumpkin ravioli in apple sage butter sauce from A Wicked Whisk. The ravioli is homemade, which is not as hard to make as it sounds so don’t be intimidated. The ravioli is filled with a mix of pumpkin puree, ricotta and fall seasonings. The ravioli is simmered in a fragrant sage butter, then topped with fresh fall apples and crunchy walnuts. Yum!
Spaghetti al Limon
If you’re looking for a refreshing twist on spaghetti, this is it. This zesty spaghetti al limon from Food Nouveau is made with just five ingredients. This creamy concoction can be eaten as is or customized to your taste by folding in your favorite veggies, baby spinach, roasted chicken, or even lobster meat. Chef’s tip – be sure to use Parmigiano-Reggiano for the best flavor. Quality ingredients are what make this dish so darn good.
Spicy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
When the temperatures dip, this spicy Tuscan chicken pasta from Half-Baked Harvest is a great dish to warm yourself up. This one-pot meal is easy to make, hearty, and will soon become a family favorite. Italian-seasoned chicken, Italian chili sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and rigatoni pasta come together for a truly unforgettable dish.
Pasta ’Ncasciata (Sicilian Baked Pasta)
For a little slice of Sicily, try this pasta ‘ncasciata from Food & Wine. It’s a baked pasta dish made with eggplant, caciocavallo cheese, and crushed tomatoes. Use rigatoni for this dish, but be sure to make it al dente for the best result. Bake the eggplant; don’t fry it. Baking saves time. You can find caciocavallo cheese at specialty cheese shops.
Creamy Steak Pasta
Steak and pasta are such a great combination! This super creamy pasta recipe from Skinny Spatula combines steak with cheesy, garlic-infused pasta that your whole family will love. You can use most steak cuts for this pasta so no need to be too picky. If you’re unsure what steak cut to use, try rump steak, flank steak or skirt steak. You can even make this with steak leftovers from your previous dinner!
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