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Did you know that different pasta shapes suit different types of pasta sauce and fillings? From spaghetti and penne, to rigatoni and conchiglie, try our easy pasta recipes to learn how to pair your shapes and sauces, while making a delicious dinner. With so many pasta dishes we've got you covered for speedy midweek meals, comforting weekend feasts and kid-friendly teas. Give our pasta recipes a go!
This quick and easy pasta sauce recipe is perfect for a speedy midweek meal. Arrabbiata is a classic Italian spicy sauce made of tomatoes, chilli and garlic. We’ve added black olives and a sprinkling of basil and Parmesan to make it that bit more special.
Five ingredients: One big pot of creamy gnocchi for four. Like fresh pasta, gnocchi is ready to eat in minutes. Whilst its cooking, fry the bacon until crisp, add the spinach and, once wilted stir in the Crème de Saint Agur cheese and milk then combine.
This easy, healthy pasta recipe is cooked in one pot and takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for when you don't want to spend much time in the kitchen. The fresh basil and zesty lemon give it a lovely summery spin.
This spicy sausage ragu with spirali is a flavour-packed family-favourite
Made with just four ingredients, and ready in only 20 minutes, this cacio e pepe-inspired recipe (cacio e pepe translates as cheese and pepper) is a brilliant Italian-style supper. It's super-simple to make and tastes absolutely divine!
This comforting gnocchi dish turns a handful of ingredients into an easy dinner for one. Inspired by the Italian pasta dish cacio e pepe, we've added leeks here for a subtle sweet flavour. Check out how to use up gnocchi in the tip beneath the recipe!
Fancy a lasagne without all the faff? This cheat's version uses Bolognese ravioli and chunky veg pasta sauce for all the flavours of a lasagne in half the time. It's perfect for staycations or when you don't want to spend ages cooking.
Grab some storecupboard ingredients and veggies to whizz up this super-tasty kale pasta dish that's simple and healthy. Curly kale adds an earthy, peppery kick, while the chickpeas add a buttery creaminess. If you don't need the dish to be dairy-free and veggie, you could always add some grated Parmesan to serve.
Tuck into this quick and easy cauliflower cheese and black pepper pasta that only takes 25 minutes to make.
Healthy snacks for kids don't get much more satisfying than this! Packed with hearty fusilli pasta, shelled peas, thick-cut ham and fresh eggs these simple baked frittatas are really easy to make and perfect for the kids to enjoy whilst out and about
Fancy making your own pasta? This simple recipe is based on classic northern Italian pasta, which contains just two ingredients – flour and eggs. Give it a go!
This creamy tomato pasta recipe is an easy weeknight dinner, that's ready in less than 30 minutes. Kids will love the creamy tomato sauce.
Special enough for a weekend dinner party but easy enough for a midweek meal, these healthy pesto and mozzarella stuffed chicken breasts pack a flavour punch.
A failsafe crowd-pleaser, these meatballs made with pork have a light and delicate texture with the earthy flavour of rosemary and the addition of grated courgettes for an extra veg hit. Ideal to make in big batches and freeze for a no fuss midweek fallback.
Make meal times more exciting and encourage kids to eat more veg with this broccoli and sausage pasta recipe.
Here's a veggie pasta bake that'll please the whole family, and it's on the table in just 45 minutes. We've used free from penne here, but you could use regular wheat pasta if you prefer. Brimming with veggies, it's hearty, filling and totally delicious!
Tinned sardines make a great family meal staple – here we've used them in a classic tomato, garlic and herb pasta sauce alongside some soft cheese for a little creaminess. Stir through spaghetti for a speedy, healthy dinner.
This delicious summery dinner is like a posh tuna pasta salad but instead of tuna we've used smoked mackerel and dressed everything in a lemony, horseradish-spiked crème fraîche dressing. Use up any leftover mackerel for lunch the next day – see recipe, below.
Lasagne isn't the only pasta bake to make as this 'cake' with rigatoni and a turkey ragu reminds us
Speedy pasta recipes are the cornerstone of easy midweek cooking. This simple pasta salad recipe makes the most out of storecupboard staples, with a wholegrain mustard and white wine vinegar dressing that pairs beautifully with chicken, bacon and chives.
These homemade meatballs come packed with veg and are made with turkey mince which is leaner and cheaper than other meats.
This veggie frittata is an easy and healthy dinner idea that comes together quickly. We've added in broken lasagne sheets for extra texture, but you could switch this out for sliced potatoes,, if you like. Serve with a crunchy salad and a dollop of mayo for dipping.
Looking for a healthy yet creamy salmon pasta recipe? This high-protein spaghetti dish is vibrant, light and zesty, perfect for warmer weather. You can happily swap broad beans for peas and the tinned salmon for tuna or mackerel, if you like!
We've combined the best of both worlds in this creamy risotto-style orzo dish that stars garlicky, thyme-infused roasted tomatoes for a bold taste of the Med. This is a simple but deliciously different dinner you'll be making on repeat!
Homemade pesto always looks impressive and can really elevate a simple pasta dish, yet it's so easy to make. This recipe features toasted pumpkin seeds and garlicky fried courgettes, alongside pecorino, lemon and fresh herbs. Try it with any pasta for a quick summery meal.
Packed with rich Italian flavours, this oozy meatball orzo traybake recipe is the ultimate comfort food for chilly weather. Make ahead and freeze, or prep and cook in under an hour for a simple yet super-satisfying supper.
A classic Italian pasta dish made with onion, garlic, tomatoes and fresh basil.
This Sicilian-inspired pasta dish is so simple to make yet tastes so special, ideal for an easy midweek meal or relaxed weekend eating. Roasted aubergines are added to a rich sausage and tomato sauce, served with chunky rigatoni, fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan. Delicious!
This veggie-packed pasta salad, serving 8, is great for summer entertaining or bring-a-dish gatherings. Bursting with fresh flavours, it's super-tasty but a healthier choice.
This 5-ingredient pasta is a twist on the popular cacio e pepe dish. The pasta and peas are coated in a cheesy, glossy sauce for a speedy dinner you will love.
Frozen squash and quick-cook orzo pasta make this one of the easiest weaning recipes. Suitable from 10+ months weaning stage*, this is creamy and delicious yet packed with goodness. There's no need to prepare a different dinner for the grown-ups either – this dish serves 2 adults and 2 children, then freeze half the sauce for more meals – ace!
Ready in just 10 minutes and made with only 5 ingredients, this speedy pasta recipe with a buttery sage sauce, fresh salad leaves and pecorino is ideal for those busy weeknights when you need a comforting bowl of pasta with minimum fuss
Give tinned salmon a new lease of life in this pasta bake, with frozen peas and leeks keeping this dish tasty and affordable