Pasta


Articles

There are no articles currently tagged as relating to the term "Pasta".


Tips

How to Cut the Perfect Slice of Lasagna

How many times have you lost half your cheese when cutting into a hot-out-of-the-oven lasagna? Here's an easy way to keep those toppings on.

Build a Better Lasagna

Didn't think a classic lasagna could be improved upon? Here's a new way to assemble your lasagnas that help hold their shape better and give more structure to the pasta dish.

An Easy Way to Fill Stuffed Pastas

Stuffed pastas can be a pain to make — trying to get a soft, cheesy filling into a manicotti or cannelloni tube can be messy and frustrating! Here's a simple, less-mess way to fill pastas.

How to Cut "Noodle" Dumplings

Do you get frustrated trying to cut noodle-style dumplings? If so, check out this tip.

An Easy Way to Get Tomato Paste Out of Can

Getting all of the tomato paste out of the can proves to be tricky, well not anymore with this slick trick!

Simple Hack for Perfectly Cooked Pasta

This fool-proof tip makes cooking pasta a cinch every time. Keep this tip on hand for pasta night.

How to Quick-Chill Pasta for Salads

If pasta salad is on the menu, use this simple tip for chilling the pasta fast so you can get to partying.

How to Make Perfectly Cooked Rice Noodles

Rice noodles can be easy to overcook, but it's easy to make sure they come out perfect. The key is not to actually boil them.

Use Lasagna Sheets to Make Easier Manicotti

Manicotti tubes can be difficult to fill, but with lasagna sheets, this delicious stuffed pasta has never been simpler!

How to Cook with Store-Bought Tortellini


How-To's

How to Make Homemade Cavatelli Without a Machine

Homemade cavatelli is possible with just six easy steps (including making pasta dough from scratch!). Here's how to make homemade cavatelli without a machine.


Deals

There are no deals currently tagged as relating to the term "Pasta".


Recipes

Salmon Alfredo with Capers & Chives

You can never have enough pasta dishes in your arsenal for busy weeknights. This Alfredo, coupled with quick-cooking, user-friendly salmon, is one to add to your list.

The key is to start with the freshest fish available. To ensure freshness, head to a market with a high fish turnover. Buy a one pound portion of a whole side of salmon (or steelhead trout) with the skin still attached — it will easily “peel” right off after it’s cooked.

For flawless fettuccine Alfredo, toss the …

Pizza Pasta Bake

If you love pizza but haven’t the time to prepare a labor-intensive dough version, this skillet dinner recipe is the way to go. Make this once, and you’ll be telling your friends about it, plus your family will be begging you to make it again and again. Cooked in a skillet in less than half the time as its dough-version cousin, this pizza casserole requires only broiling. It’s perfect for those times when you crave pizza but have only a short amount of time to spend in the kitchen.

If…

Alpine Mac 'n Cheese with kielbasa & dijon

Nothing says comfort like macaroni and cheese. And this German-inspired casserole with creamy alpine cheeses, savory kielbasa, and just the right amount of mustard and caraway seeds is enough to make anyone drool.

Baked Ziti with Italian Sausage

Baked Ziti with Italian Sausage is something everyone can get on board with — who doesn’t like bubbling baked pasta with a rich tomato sauce, Italian sausage, and loads of cheese? This comfort classic, with a make-ahead option, feeds a crowd and is sure to be an instant hit.

Israeli Couscous Pilaf with Raisins, Mint & Almonds

Couscous is a traditional side dish in parts of the Middle East and Africa. Here, we use Israeli couscous, a plump, ball-shaped toasted pasta, and cook it pilaf-style. This means that the couscous is first sautéed in olive oil until toasted, then covered in hot broth, covered, and cooked until tender. Stir in veggies, raisins, mint, and almonds, and you have a flavorful and easy side dish.

Dilled Kluski Noodles

Kluski noodles are thicker than other store-bought egg noodles and have a chewier texture. Flavored with paprika and fresh dill, these make a nice counterpart to our German Pork Cutlets.

Baked Mac ‘n Cheese with Scallions & Tomatoes

Be sure to leave room on the table for this barbecue classic, mac ‘n cheese. This one is made with two types of cheese — American, for its smooth, easy melting, and pepper Jack for added spicy flavor. Cavatappi, with its corkscrew shape, is a great pasta for mac ‘n cheese since the sauce clings to all of the twists and curls, but any type with wells, such as pipette or fusilli, works as well. Just be sure to undercook the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking, so it doesn’t…

Chicken Mac ‘n Cheese with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Remember how much mac ‘n cheese you ate back in the day? The family will surely get a kick out of you bringing this grown-up version to the next reunion.

Start with a creamy sauce made with real cheese (an obvious upgrade from the powdered stuff), then mix in chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and cavatappi pasta. Dress it up casserole-style by sprinkling a bread-crumb mixture on top and baking ‘til toasty.

No-Boil Mac ‘n Cheese with Carrots & Celery

Step away from the stove top, and enjoy a dish that does the work itself. This cheesy concoction cooks all at once, for a result that’s both comforting and easy! Baked casseroles often require extra cooking time in multiple pots before they make it into the oven — but not this one. All the ingredients go into the baking dish at the same time, leaving you nothing to do but stir it occasionally.

A few things make this possible. A food processor makes quick work of shredding the cheese a…

Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

This healthy side dish is low-carb and easy to make. To loosen the thread-like pieces of squash flesh, scrape a fork around the inside of the skin, then toss the spaghetti squash with parsley, Parmesan, and butter.

Pasta e Fagioli

Beans may be the perfect food — they’re good for your heart, full of fiber, and packed with protein. Plus, they’re wallet-friendly, making them an ideal weeknight staple. Cooking beans in a slow cooker is a snap. It requires little preparation and cooks them to the perfect texture. Use it to turn three different legumes into unique and hearty meals.

Pasta e fagioli [PAH-stah eh fah-JYOL-lee] is a great soup to start with. A much loved peasant dish, it’s basically an Italian bean and p…

Gremolata Pasta

Gremolata — a blend of parsley, lemon zest, and garlic — is a classic condiment that’s great on pasta.