Source: Nastyakamysheva, AdobeStockPasta is not only a standalone side dish but also a base for a variety of meals – pasta dishes, soups, casseroles, and salads. We've gathered 20 recipes for you in one collection, showing what you can make with pasta. A great way to diversify your daily diet!
1. Baked Pasta with Beef
Source: foto-ram.ruA complete main course that doesn't require a separate side dish.
You will need: 100 g pasta, 150 g beef, 1 tomato, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Grease a pot with oil and add the chopped meat. Then add the pasta, and on top of it, the peeled and chopped tomato. Pour in enough water to leave about 10 mm from the rim. Add spices and bake the pot in the oven for 35-40 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
2. Vegetable Soup with Pasta
Source: kvashenaya-kapusta.ruA lean recipe with no meat. Plus, it's quick to prepare!
You will need: 3 potatoes, 150 g pasta, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 2 liters water, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Boil water, add chopped potatoes and let them cook. Sauté chopped onion and carrot until soft. 5-7 minutes before the potatoes are done, add the sautéed vegetables and pasta to the soup. Cook until done, add spices and herbs to taste.
3. Omelet with Pasta
Source: vkusnyblog.comA very hearty and quick breakfast with minimal ingredients.
You will need: 3 eggs, 100 ml milk, 50 g pasta, spices.
Preparation: Boil pasta until almost done, drain it, and sauté for half a minute in a pan. Whisk eggs with milk and spices, pour over the pasta, and cook the omelet until done.
4. Milk Soup with Pasta
Source: domikexpert.ruA beloved childhood taste that never disappoints.
You will need: 150 g pasta, 600 ml milk, 40 g butter, 1 pinch salt, 20 g sugar.
Preparation: Cook pasta until al dente. Boil milk, add sugar and salt, then add the pasta. Simmer for 4-5 minutes over low heat, add a piece of butter, remove the soup from the heat, and let it steep for a bit.
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5. Stuffed Pasta in the Oven
Source: ecopeak.ruFor this recipe, you'll need large pasta shapes, like shells.
You will need: 250 g pasta, 300 g ground meat, 4 tbsp sour cream, 3 tbsp ketchup, 2 carrots, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 100 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion, grate the carrot, and sauté until soft. Add the ground meat and fry for another 3-4 minutes, stirring. Season the filling. Cook the pasta until al dente, rinse with cold water, fill with the meat mixture, and arrange in a baking dish. Mix sour cream and ketchup with crushed garlic, and pour this sauce over the pasta. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
6. Pasta and Bean Salad
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruThis hearty salad can easily replace a full meal.
You will need: 240 g pasta, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 bunch basil and parsley each, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1.5 tbsp lemon juice, 1 cup green beans, 1 cup canned beans, 1 cup canned chickpeas, 1 shallot.
Preparation: Cook pasta until done, blanch green beans for 3-5 minutes and drain, and rinse canned legumes. Mince the shallot, mix all ingredients, and season the salad. Combine lemon juice, sour cream, and mayonnaise for the dressing.
7. Pasta Bake with Ground Meat
Source: pinterest.comMake it in one large dish or in small individual portions.
You will need: 500 g ground meat, 400 g pasta, 160 ml milk, 1 egg, 70 g hard cheese, 1 onion, spices.
Preparation: Cook pasta until al dente. Sauté ground meat with chopped onion for about 10 minutes, stirring, and season to taste. Whisk milk, egg, and grated cheese.
Layer the ground meat and pasta in a baking dish, repeating until all ingredients are used. Periodically pour some of the egg mixture over the layers, and pour the remaining mixture on top. Bake the casserole in the oven for half an hour at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Pasta with Bell Pepper and Cream in Pots
Source: ecopeak.ruAnother interesting way to bake pasta in the oven!
You will need: 200 g pasta, 1 bell pepper, 3 tbsp butter, 1 onion, 2 tbsp flour, 200 ml milk and heavy cream each, 300 g hard cheese.
Preparation: Cook pasta until al dente and mix with chopped bell pepper. Separately chop the onion and sauté for 5 minutes in butter. Add flour and fry for another 1-2 minutes, stirring.
Pour in milk and cream, bring to a boil, add spices and 2/3 of the grated cheese, and stir the sauce. Place the pasta in pots, pour the sauce over them, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
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9. Pasta with Chicken
Source: sovet-ok.ruThe delicate creamy sauce perfectly complements the dish.
You will need: 200 g pasta, 300 ml cream, 50 g grated cheese, 40 g bacon, 1 chicken fillet, 1 tbsp butter and vegetable oil each, spices.
Preparation: Chop and fry bacon until crispy in a mixture of the two oils. Set aside and sauté the chopped chicken in the same pan. Combine it with the bacon, pour in the cream, season, and simmer the sauce until it thickens. At the same time, cook the pasta until done, mix it with the sauce, and sprinkle with grated cheese.
10. Stewed Pasta in Tomato Sauce in a Pan
Source: artofit.orgSimple everyday classic for a large family.
You will need: 450 g pasta, 1 onion, 2 tomatoes, 3 cloves garlic, 1 bunch parsley, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion until golden. Add diced tomatoes and crushed garlic, and fry for another 5 minutes. Add pasta and spices, pour in a glass of boiling water, bring to a boil, and simmer everything over medium heat, covered, until done. Finally, sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley.
11. Pasta Bake with Vegetables
Source: volgastory.ruThis casserole is especially good during the season of young vegetables.
You will need: 400 g pasta, 1 onion, 1 zucchini, 3 cloves garlic, 4 sprigs basil, 500 g cherry tomatoes, 100 g hard cheese, 1 egg, 200 g sour cream, 1 tsp nutmeg, spices.
Preparation: Cook pasta until done. Chop onion and garlic, and sauté for a couple of minutes. Add diced zucchini and fry until soft. Mix sour cream, spices, egg, and chopped basil. Combine zucchini, halved tomatoes, and pasta directly in the baking dish. Pour the sour cream mixture over everything, sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake in the oven for half an hour at 180 degrees Celsius.
12. Mozzarella and Pasta Salad
Source: photorecept.ruSpiral-shaped pasta works best for this.
You will need: 200 g pasta, 200 g cherry tomatoes, 200 g mozzarella balls, 1 shallot, 1/2 bunch basil, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cook pasta until done. Halve cherry tomatoes and mozzarella, mince the shallot, and tear the basil. Mix the salad, season, and drizzle with olive oil.
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13. Soup with Pasta and Canned Meat
Source: za-edoy.ruAn interesting soup made from ingredients you'll likely have on hand.
You will need: 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 tomato, 1 bell pepper, 1 can stewed meat, 2 tsp tomato paste, 170 g pasta, 1.6 liters water.
Preparation: Dice all vegetables and sauté them for 5-7 minutes in the fat from the canned meat. Add tomato paste, stewed meat, and spices, mix, and pour in boiling water. Bring to a boil, simmer for 10 minutes, and add pasta. Cook for another 10 minutes and remove the soup from the heat.
14. Pasta with Shrimp
Source: mixyfotos.ruTo save time, you can use pre-peeled shrimp.
You will need: 250 g pasta, 200 g peeled shrimp, 150 ml cream, 20 g butter, 50 g onion, 2 cloves garlic, 4 sprigs parsley.
Preparation: Finely chop garlic and onion, and sauté for 1 minute in butter. Add shrimp and fry for another 2-3 minutes. Pour in cream, bring to a boil, then add chopped parsley and remove the sauce from heat. Cook pasta and mix it with the prepared sauce.
15. Soup with Pasta and Green Peas
Source: pinterest.comWith good quality durum wheat pasta, this makes for a healthy recipe.
You will need: 1 chicken fillet, 700 ml water, 60 g green peas, 1 carrot, 2 handfuls pasta, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Dice chicken, cover with water, and cook until done. Add sliced carrot and cook for another 10 minutes. Add pasta and green peas, cook until pasta is done, season, and add herbs to taste.
16. Pasta with Spinach
Source: dzen.ruAny type of pasta will work – it's up to your preference.
You will need: 200 g pasta, 250 g spinach, 5 cloves garlic, 250 ml heavy cream (33% fat), 100 g Parmesan, spices.
Preparation: Cook pasta until done. Sauté crushed garlic for half a minute and pour in cream. Let it boil for a minute, add spices and chopped spinach. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Pour the sauce over the pasta and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
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17. Pasta and Vegetable Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA fairly light yet hearty salad, and most importantly – easy to prepare.
You will need: 230 g pasta, 2 celery stalks, 1/2 red onion, 1 tomato, 1 bell pepper, 1/2 bunch parsley, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp sour cream, 0.5 tsp mustard, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Cook pasta until done, dice all vegetables, and chop parsley. Mix the remaining ingredients into a smooth dressing and toss with the salad.
18. Pasta and Sausage Salad
Source: fb.ruChoose smaller pasta shapes for this so they don't overpower the salad.
You will need: 100 g pasta, 1/2 can canned corn, 50 g hard cheese, 50 g sausage, green onions and herbs, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Cook pasta, dice sausage, chop herbs, and grate cheese. Mix the salad and dress it with mayonnaise.
19. Pasta Bake with Cottage Cheese
Source: almode.ruA rather unexpected recipe that definitely deserves attention.
You will need: 150 g pasta, 150 g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 50 ml cream, spices, 1 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Cook pasta until almost done and place it in a baking dish. Mash cottage cheese with cream and sugar, and spread on top. Pour beaten egg with spices over everything and bake for 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
20. Pasta and Ham Salad
Source: pinterest.comThis pasta salad is very popular in Italy – practically a classic.
You will need: 150 g pasta, 150 g canned corn, 100 g yogurt or mayonnaise, 200 g bell pepper, 150 g ham, 100 g canned peas, 2 tbsp olive oil.
Preparation: Cook pasta until done and mix with olive oil. Finely chop ham and bell pepper, mix all ingredients, and dress the salad with yogurt or mayonnaise.