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Easy pasta recipes

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You can rely on our easy pasta recipes – we have fail-safe lasagne, pasta bake, carbonara, bolognese and lots more to enjoy any night of the week

Easy spaghetti Bolognese

24 ratings 4.6 out of 5 star rating

Mix pork and beef mince in this easy spaghetti bolognese that also has a splash of red wine and plenty of garlic for a filling, flavourful family supper

1 hr and 20 mins
Easy

Ultimate spaghetti carbonara recipe

717 ratings 4.6 out of 5 star rating

Discover how to make superb spaghetti carbonara. This cheesy pasta dish is an Italian favourite and with the right technique, you can make it perfect every time

35 mins
Easy

Easy pesto lasagne

81 ratings 4.8 out of 5 star rating

This vegetarian bake from reader Lucy Nanor is packed with spinach and peas along with creamy pesto and mascarpone sauce

55 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Chicken pasta bake

592 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

Enjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad 

1 hr and 15 mins
Easy

Sausage pasta

261 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

Tomato, onion and garlic pasta sauce with sausage chunks for a bit of substance – brilliant for students (and as a hangover cure)

30 mins
Easy

Caponata pasta

134 ratings 4.6 out of 5 star rating

Whip up our easy vegetarian caponata pasta in just 20 minutes. It's simple to make, budget-friendly and packs three of your five-a-day into one delicious meal

20 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Chunky sausage & tomato pasta

225 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

Jazz up sausages with this spicy tomato pasta

25 mins
Easy

Fajita-style pasta

102 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

Take the aromatic flavours of a classic Mexican fajita and combine with pasta for this easy, vibrant meal. It's an ideal Friday night dinner

35 mins
Easy

Pasta with salmon & peas

286 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

Make this salmon pasta in under 20 minutes for a dinner the whole family can enjoy. Kids will love the fun-shaped pasta while packing in fibre and omega-3

17 mins
Easy

Healthy chicken pasta bake

14 ratings 3.6 out of 5 star rating

Try this healthy chicken pasta bake with peppers, courgette and ricotta for a nutritious midweek dinner. It’s sure to be a hit with everyone

1 hr
Easy
Healthy

Bacon & mushroom pasta

252 ratings 4.7 out of 5 star rating

A simple one-pan pasta dish with bacon, mushrooms and pesto - ready in under 30 minutes

25 mins
Easy

Cacio e pepe

17 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

Whip up a simple cacio e pepe for a speedy lunch. With four simple ingredients – spaghetti, pepper, parmesan and butter – this is a storecupboard favourite

15 mins
Easy

Italian broccoli & salmon bake

369 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

Take a fresh look at broccoli with this creamy pasta bake

1 hr and 5 mins
Easy

Macaroni cheese in 4 easy steps

110 ratings 4.2 out of 5 star rating

A simple step-by-step guide to making a classic supper dish. An old favourite, made with plenty of cheese and a little mustard

45 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Easy pulled beef ragu

15 ratings 3.9 out of 5 star rating

A low-and-slow cooking dish that works a treat when you don’t have time to watch a pot. Add this rich sauce and tender shredded beef to your favourite pasta

4 hrs and 20 mins
Easy

The best spaghetti bolognese recipe

913 ratings 4.8 out of 5 star rating

Our best ever spaghetti bolognese is super easy and a true Italian classic with a meaty, chilli sauce. This pasta bolognese recipe is sure to become a family favourite.

2 hrs and 15 mins
Easy

Creamy courgette lasagne

632 ratings 4.6 out of 5 star rating

Serve this quick, creamy courgette & ricotta lasagne for a last-minute dinner party to impress vegetarian friends. It's a great way to use courgettes when they're in season

30 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Fennel spaghetti

21 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

Low fat and low calorie, this fennel spaghetti is a healthy vegetarian meal for two. Make it as an easy midweek meal and garnish with parsley and parmesan

45 mins
Easy
Healthy
Vegetarian

Creamy courgette & bacon pasta

320 ratings 4.8 out of 5 star rating

A quick and creamy carbonara-style tagliatelle that showcases delicious courgettes contrasted with cream and pancetta

30 mins
Easy

Creamy mushroom pasta

128 ratings 4.4 out of 5 star rating

Make this creamy mushroom pasta dish on days when you need a big bowl of comfort. Cream, parmesan, white wine, lemon zest and parsley make this a rich and flavourful dinner 

40 mins
Easy
Vegetarian

Beef stroganoff with herby pasta

194 ratings 4.5 out of 5 star rating

If you usually serve beef stroganoff with rice, try it with pappardelle pasta instead - it works beautifully with the creamy sauce

30 mins
Easy

Chicken & broccoli pasta bake

249 ratings 4.4 out of 5 star rating

This dish can be assembled ready for baking a good few hours ahead - and it's all cooked in one pan

40 mins
Easy

Tuna pasta bake

297 ratings 4.3 out of 5 star rating

Whip up this cheap treat using storecupboard ingredients, tinned tuna and sweetcorn

50 mins
Easy

Creamy ham, leek & mushroom spaghetti

171 ratings 4.6 out of 5 star rating

This healthier pasta recipe uses low-fat soft cheese to create a creamy sauce to coat the spaghetti

30 mins
Easy
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