Che bello! 13 mouthwatering weeknight pasta recipes

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From traditional marinara to bright, fresh pesto to lobster ravioli, this collection of weeknight pasta recipes has delicious options for every craving!

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is twirled on a black plate on a white marble counter.
Spaghetti Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Lobster Ravioli Sauce

closeup of lobster ravioli on a silver fork.
Lobster Ravioli Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This delicious white wine, sage and butter sauce is designed to go with your favorite packaged seafood ravioli! It’s easy enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for company.
Get the Recipe: Lobster Ravioli Sauce

Mac and Cheese without Milk

A bowl of white cheddar mac and cheese with a bread crumb topping in a white bowl.
White Cheddar and Mozzarella Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This white Cheddar and mozzarella macaroni and cheese has a toasted breadcrumb, garlic, parsley and lemon zest topping. It’s creamy and oh-so-delicious!
Get the Recipe: Mac and Cheese without Milk

Hearty Marinara Sauce

A closeup of hearty marinara sauce in a wooden spoon over a pot of finished marinara sauce.
Hearty Marinara Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Hearty marinara sauce is a wonderfully flavorful homemade pasta sauce the whole family will love! With hand-crushed tomatoes, rich olive oil, fresh Italian herbs, and garlic, you’ll be naming this one on repeat.
Get the Recipe: Hearty Marinara Sauce

Almond Pesto

almond pesto in a white bowl surrounded by almonds and basil leaves.
Almond Pesto. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Try this variation on a traditional Italian pesto sauce over pasta or veggie noodles!
Get the Recipe: Almond Pesto

Aglio Olio e Peperoncino

pasta aglio olio e peperoncino is mixed with a black pasta fork.
Aglio Olio e Peperoncino. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This garlicky pasta with olive oil and fresh herbs is a delicious treat any night of the week!
Get the Recipe: Aglio Olio e Peperoncino

Instant Pot Tortellini Soup

a bowl of instant pot tortellini soup on a wooden cutting board.
Instant Pot Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This tortellini soup has fresh vegetables and savory ground sausage for a hearty, scrumptious meal.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Tortellini Soup

Linguine Bolognese

linguine bolognese on a white plate topped with parsley and parmesan.
Linguine Bolognese. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Linguine Bolognese is typically a pretty heavy meat sauce, but this weeknight bolognese incorporates lots of veggies for a healthier treat the whole family will love!
Get the Recipe: Linguine Bolognese

Penne al Baffo

a dish of penne al baffo topped with parsley.
Penne al Baffo. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This delicious tomato and cream sauce is made even more delicious with the addition of pancetta and fresh herbs!
Get the Recipe: Penne al Baffo

Penne al Salmone

A closeup of penne pasta with burst cherry tomatoes, flaked salmon, and parsley on a white plate.
Penne al Salmone. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This light, summery pasta dish has perfectly seared salmon, sweet burst cherry tomatoes, and a mouthwatering white wine and thyme sauce.
Get the Recipe: Penne al Salmone

Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu

Slow cooker lamb ragu on a plate with a wedge of parmesan on the side.
Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This is an easy dish to make any night of the week. It cooks slowly all day long to develop deep, rich, delicious flavor!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu

Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is twirled on a black plate on a white marble counter.
Spaghetti Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

There’s a kick to this delicious pasta dish! The traditional tomato sauce is amped up with chili flake to wake up your taste buds.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce

Close-up shot of spaghetti with tomato and mascarpone sauce topped with parsley on a black plate.
Tomato Mascarpone Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This tomato and cream sauce swaps the traditional cream for rich, tangy mascarpone cheese! It’s delicious over pasta and veggie noodles and topped with more cheese and fresh herbs.
Get the Recipe: Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce

Tuna Pesto Pasta

tuna pesto pasta on a white plate with a copper fork.
Tuna Pesto Pasta. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Tuna pesto pasta is a perfect weeknight meal. It takes very little effort and is ready in 30 minutes! They sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, and savory pesto sauce create a meal everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Pesto Pasta

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