Pasta

A hearty and flavorful twist on pesto pasta, incorporating grilled chicken for protein and oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for a concentrated sweet and tangy flavor.

Fusilli pasta · Boneless, skinless chicken breast · Basil pesto · Sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), drained and chopped

A simplified and faster version of pesto pasta, perfect for weeknights. Uses store-bought pesto and adds fresh cherry tomatoes for color and a burst of sweetness.

Penne pasta · Store-bought basil pesto · Cherry tomatoes, halved · Parmesan cheese, grated

A quintessential Ligurian dish featuring fresh basil pesto tossed with traditional trofie pasta, showcasing the vibrant flavors of basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan, and Pecorino Sardo.

Trofie pasta · Fresh basil leaves · Pine nuts · Garlic cloves

A vibrant and fresh pasta dish featuring a medley of seasonal spring vegetables, lightly sautéed and tossed with pasta in a delicate sauce.

Fettuccine pasta · Asparagus · Broccoli florets · Peas (fresh or frozen)

A bright and zesty twist on the classic Roman dish, incorporating lemon zest to add a refreshing counterpoint to the rich cheese and peppery notes.

Spaghetti · Pecorino Romano cheese · Black pepper · Lemon

A deceptively simple yet elegant Roman pasta dish, 'cheese and pepper,' made with Pecorino Romano cheese, black pepper, and pasta water to create a creamy, emulsified sauce.

Spaghetti · Pecorino Romano cheese · Black pepper · Salt

A bold twist on baked feta pasta, incorporating spicy, spreadable 'nduja sausage for a rich, fiery flavor profile.

Feta cheese block · Cherry tomatoes · Garlic cloves · 'Nduja sausage

A quicker version of the classic, using sun-dried tomatoes for intense flavor and a faster sauce creation. Perfect for a weeknight meal.

Feta cheese block · Sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped · Garlic cloves, minced · Olive oil

A simple yet incredibly flavorful dish featuring a block of feta cheese baked with cherry tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil, then tossed with pasta to create a creamy, tangy sauce.

Feta cheese block · Cherry tomatoes · Garlic cloves · Olive oil

A flavorful variation of Fettuccine Alfredo, incorporating crispy pancetta and sweet peas for added texture, color, and taste.

Fettuccine pasta · Pancetta, diced · Heavy cream · Unsalted butter

A simplified version of Fettuccine Alfredo that uses heavy cream for a quicker, more stable sauce, making it ideal for weeknight meals.

Fettuccine pasta · Heavy cream · Unsalted butter · Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated

The classic Roman dish, made with just a few high-quality ingredients: fresh fettuccine, butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and a touch of pasta water to create a creamy, emulsified sauce.

Fettuccine pasta · Unsalted butter · Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, finely grated · Salt

A creative twist on Carbonara, incorporating the smoky flavor of smoked pancetta and the fresh crunch of blanched asparagus for added color and texture.

Spaghetti · Smoked Pancetta · Eggs (yolks) · Parmesan cheese

A simplified version of Carbonara that uses bacon or pancetta and a touch of cream or milk to achieve a creamy sauce more easily, making it a faster weeknight option.

Spaghetti · Bacon or Pancetta · Eggs · Heavy cream or Milk

The quintessential Roman pasta dish, featuring spaghetti coated in a creamy sauce made from eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, guanciale, and black pepper. No cream is used in the authentic version.

Spaghetti · Guanciale · Eggs (yolks) · Pecorino Romano cheese

A simplified version of the classic, this quick baked ziti uses jarred marinara sauce and skips the ricotta mixture for a faster, yet still delicious, weeknight meal.

Ziti pasta · Jarred marinara sauce · Mozzarella cheese, shredded · Parmesan cheese, grated

An elevated take on vodka pasta, featuring crispy pancetta for added savory depth and a touch more spice. Rigatoni holds the rich sauce beautifully.

Rigatoni pasta · Pancetta, diced · Olive oil · Shallots, finely chopped

A rich and creamy tomato-based pasta sauce with a hint of vodka, traditionally served with penne pasta. The vodka helps to emulsify the sauce, creating a velvety texture.

Penne pasta · Olive oil · Onion, finely chopped · Garlic, minced

A flavorful twist on Shrimp Alfredo, infused with the bold spices of Cajun cuisine for a dish with a kick.

Fettuccine pasta · Large shrimp, peeled and deveined · Unsalted butter · Heavy cream

A simplified version of Shrimp Alfredo that uses fewer ingredients and less time, perfect for a weeknight meal without sacrificing flavor.

Fettuccine pasta · Medium shrimp, peeled and deveined · Jarred Alfredo sauce · Garlic powder