Pasta

Pasta deserves a category of its own — from classic Italian sauces to home-style versions with minced meat, creamy recipes with cheese and lighter dishes with vegetables. Here the pasta recipes are sorted so that you quickly find something that suits your mood and the ingredients you have. Have a look at the Pasta recipes hub too for an even wider choice.

Featured recipes

Authentic Italian Spaghetti Carbonara — One of the most famous Italian pasta recipes, creamy Carbonara is ready in just 25 minutes.
Hazelnut and Anchovy Sauce for Pasta — A quick and aromatic Italian pasta sauce featuring hazelnuts, anchovies, and Parmesan cheese.
Abruzzese Sauce: Quick Pasta with Pancetta and Cheese — A rustic, flavorful pasta dish featuring crispy pancetta, sweet onions, and two types of aged cheese, all brought together in a creamy sauce in under 20 minutes.
Creamy Sour Cream and Paprika Pasta Sauce — A super quick and creamy pasta sauce made with just a few ingredients, perfect for a weekday lunch.
Pasta with Peas and Artichokes — A simple and quick vegetarian sauce made from fresh spring vegetables that pairs perfectly with short pasta.
Pasta with Creamy Ricotta and Sausage — A creamy, quick, and irresistibly delicious pasta sauce that combines mild ricotta and aromatic sausage.

Quick and easy recipes

Creamy Mascarpone and Walnut Pasta Sauce — A super quick and incredibly creamy pasta sauce made with just three main ingredients, ready in under 15 minutes.
Miso and Sesame Dressing — A quick and versatile savory-sweet dressing that perfectly complements fresh and roasted vegetables.
Quick Lemon and Parsley Pasta — A vibrant and quick pasta dish with a refreshing lemon and parsley sauce that comes together in just 15 minutes!
Creamy Curry and Saffron Sauce — A quick and easy creamy sauce with curry and saffron, ideal for pasta or as an accompaniment to chicken and rice dishes.
Creamy Cheese Sauce — A quick and versatile cheese sauce, also known as Mornay, ideal for pasta, vegetables, and gratinated dishes.
Sicilian Pesto — A quick and refreshing raw pesto made with tomatoes, pine nuts, fresh basil, and celery, ideal for a light summer pasta dish.
Abruzzese Sauce: Quick Pasta with Pancetta and Cheese — A rustic, flavorful pasta dish featuring crispy pancetta, sweet onions, and two types of aged cheese, all brought together in a creamy sauce in under 20 minutes.
Creamy Sour Cream and Paprika Pasta Sauce — A super quick and creamy pasta sauce made with just a few ingredients, perfect for a weekday lunch.

Latest in this topic

Fish Sauce with Fresh Tuna and Monkfish — A rich and aromatic sauce made with fresh tuna, monkfish, and anchovies, perfect for pasta. The true taste of the Mediterranean on your plate!
Fisherman's Pasta Sauce — A quick and delicious seafood sauce, perfect for spaghetti or other long pasta.
Hare Ragù with Pancetta and Red Wine — A rich and aromatic sauce made from hare, pancetta, and red wine, ideal for serving with wide pasta like pappardelle.
Sea Bass Ragu — A quick and elegant sea bass sauce, ideal for pasta like tagliatelle or pappardelle.
Shortcrust Pastry (Pasta Frolla) — Shortcrust Pastry (Pasta Frolla) — brz i jednostavan recept za desert tijekom tjedna.
Mushroom Pesto — A quick and aromatic pesto made with fresh button mushrooms, parsley, and mint, ideal as a pasta sauce.
Black Olive and Pistachio Pesto — An aromatic and quick black olive, pistachio, and arugula pesto – perfect for pasta or as a spread.
Fava Bean Pesto — Bright, fresh, and creamy, this fava bean pesto is a delightful spring alternative to classic basil pesto.

More ideas for cooking

Creamy Vegetable Carbonara — Rich and creamy, this vegetarian version of carbonara swaps pancetta for fresh vegetables, creating a surprisingly delicious and light meal.
Creamy Radicchio Pasta — A quick and elegant recipe for creamy radicchio pasta, ideal for a speedy lunch or dinner.
Pasta with Asparagus and Shrimp — A quick and creamy sauce with shrimp and asparagus tips, perfect with short pasta like penne or fusilli.
Penne all'arrabbiata — A fiery classic from Rome – simple pasta with a spicy tomato, garlic, and chili sauce.
Quick Fresh Anchovy and Toasted Breadcrumb Pasta Sauce — A simple and lightning-fast sauce with anchovies, garlic, and crispy breadcrumbs, ideal for spaghetti.
Spaghetti alla Carrettiera: Rich Coachman's Sauce with Porcini and Tuna — A rich and hearty pasta sauce that combines porcini mushrooms, pancetta, and tuna in a perfect rustic symphony of flavors.
Creamy Spaghetti with Green Peppercorns — Quick and creamy spaghetti with a spicy sauce of green peppercorns, cream, and cheese. A simple dish full of flavor, ready in 20 minutes.
Spaghetti with Mozzarella and Fresh Tomato Sauce — This quick and easy spaghetti dish features a vibrant fresh tomato sauce, infused with ginger and chili, and finished with gooey, melted mozzarella. Perfect for a delicious summer meal in under an hour.
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca: Quick Southern Italian Sauce — A classic of Italian cuisine, puttanesca sauce is a perfect blend of salty, spicy, and rich flavors. Ready in half an hour, ideal for a quick lunch or dinner.
Creamy Tofu Sauce with Mint and Ginger — A quick and refreshing no-cook vegan pasta sauce, ready in under 15 minutes.
Trout Roe and Tomato Sauce — A quick and flavorful pasta sauce featuring delicate trout roe, ripe tomatoes, and savory anchovies, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Basic Homemade Pasta Recipe — Learn how to make perfect homemade pasta dough. This simple recipe is ideal for noodles, lasagna, cannelloni, and more.
Creamy Pumpkin and Cheese Sauce for Pasta — Simple, creamy, and bursting with flavor, this autumnal pumpkin and cheese sauce is the ideal partner for short pasta.
Quick Zucchini Sauce for Pasta — A simple and quick zucchini sauce, ideal for a light lunch or dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe combines the freshness of zucchini with the aroma of garlic and the richness of Parmesan.
Quick Herring Sauce for Pasta — Ready in minutes, this quick herring, garlic, and chili pasta sauce is your weeknight savior!
Carrot and Sesame Sauce for Pasta — A quick and healthy vegetarian sauce that combines sweet carrots with the nutty flavor of toasted sesame. Ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Pasta with Onion Sauce and Toasted Breadcrumbs — A quick, inexpensive, and incredibly delicious dish made with just a few ingredients, inspired by Southern Italy. Crispy breadcrumbs and sweet onions for a lunch ready in 20 minutes.
Basic Red Sauce with Paprika — A quick and versatile tomato sauce with a smooth texture, enriched with sweet paprika. A perfect base for pasta, gnocchi, or casseroles.
Venison and Porcini Mushroom Hunter's Ragu — A thick, hearty ragu made with venison, porcini mushrooms, and red wine, perfect for serving with pappardelle pasta.
Creamy Speck Sauce — A quick, creamy, and aromatic bacon sauce that will enrich any vegetable or pasta dish.
Classic Meat Ragu — Discover the secret to a truly authentic Italian meat ragu. This slow-cooked, rich, and deeply flavorful sauce is perfect for pasta, lasagna, and countless other dishes.
Lamb Ragu with Dried Mushrooms — A juicy and aromatic sauce of slow-cooked lamb and porcini mushrooms, ideal for serving with pasta, gnocchi, or polenta.
Homemade Tomato Sauce — A classic Italian sauce made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a hint of chili. Perfect as a base for pasta, pizza, or lasagna.
Quick Tuna Sauce with Anchovies and Sage — A quick, aromatic, and simple tuna sauce that pairs perfectly with short pasta – ready in less than 20 minutes!

Frequently asked questions

What are the basic types of pasta sauce?

The three classic bases are tomato sauce, sauces based on olive oil (aglio e olio) and creamy sauces with cream or cheese. Most recipes are variations on these bases.

How much pasta per person?

For a main course allow 80 to 100 g of dried pasta per person, for a side dish 50 to 60 g.

How do you stop pasta from sticking?

Use plenty of water (about 1 litre per 100 g of pasta), salt it well and stir during the first few minutes of cooking. Oil in the water is not needed.