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14 Pasta Recipes That Will Soothe Your Foodie Soul

Satisfy your pasta cravings with these indulgent and easy pasta recipes that are guaranteed to impress your dinner guests.

Pasta has to be one of the most versatile dishes, which makes it perfect for an easy weeknight meal.  Topped with everything from rich tomato sauces, fragrant parsley and garlic butter, to fresh seafood and caramelised veggies, the flavour options are endless. With our round-up of the best pasta recipes, the hardest decision you'll have to make is which one to try first. 

Garlic Mushroom Pasta

This meat-free pasta recipe is jam-packed full of flavour. From the al dente pappardelle to the truly indulgent garlic butter and parmesan sauce, we guarantee this dinner recipe will be on weekly rotation over winter.

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Crispy Roasted Cauliflower with Creamy Pesto Pasta

Roasted and creamy, this decadent vego-friendly pasta dish will have even the most discerning meat-eater asking for seconds. To take this dish to the next level, don't be shy with the lemon.

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Creamy Red Capsicum Pasta with Burrata & Herbs

For burrata lovers, this indulgent pasta recipe will take your cheesy-love affair to new heights. Rich, velvety and sweet, this is a pasta dish to whip up when you're wanting to impress your dinner guests.

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Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Rocket

This light yet creamy pasta recipe is perfect all-year-round. Super simple to make, this recipe tastes even better the next day!

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Baked Feta Pasta

If you haven't already tried this TikTok famous recipe, you are missing out...big time! There are many reasons why this dish has become so popular. Combine ease with maximum flavour, this pasta recipe has reached legendary status for delicious reasons.

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Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce

Fresh basil, tomatoes and plenty of cheese - what could be better? This easy pasta recipe is full of flavour and only takes 25 minutes to prepare, which means you won't be spending hours in the kitchen.

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Creamy Salmon Pasta With Mixed Greens

Made with fresh salmon, white wine, parsley, rocket and cream, this pasta is a go-to for an easy weeknight meal. There's even a handy video included in this recipe to make sure you get every step correct along the way.

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Creamy Butternut Squash Alla Vodka Pasta

One of the best pasta recipes out there has to be this creamy butternut squash alla vodka pasta. By slowly roasting the squash with fresh thyme, oregano, shallots, and garlic, you'll release a caramelised quality in the squash that gives this pasta it's heavenly flavour.

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Calabrian Chile & Burrata Pasta with Peas, The Original Dish

Calabrian Chile & Burrata Pasta With Peas

If you're short on time and looking to impress, this pasta recipe is the one to turn to. It only takes a few minutes to pull together and is an absolute showstopper once served. 

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Pan-Fried Gnocchi With Pumpkin & Spinach

Pan-fried gnocchi in a burnt butter sauce - need we say more? This pasta recipe will have you counting down the minutes until you can eat it. Between the caramelised pumpkin, fresh sage and crispy-chewy gnocchi, this is definitely a pasta you will want to indulge in again, and again.

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Seafood Spaghetti With Mussels & Shrimp

This seafood spaghetti will instantly transport your tastebuds to the Amalfi coast. The simple mix of fresh seafood, garlic, lemon and parsley makes for a winning combination every time. We think this pasta is best served on hot summer day with a glass of crisp white wine (and preferably overlooking the coastline). 

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The Perfect Carbonara

What's a pasta recipe round-up without a carbonara? This simple recipe ensures you make the perfect carbonara pasta every time. With a simple ingredient list and plenty of tips along the way, this pasta recipe is guaranteed to be a hit!

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Garden Vegetable Lasagna

You don't have to be a cat called Garfield to enjoy lasagna. This classic pasta dish is a staple in many households, and for good reason. The layers of pasta mixed with rich tomato sauce make it an irresistible weeknight meal. This green garden version means that you can indulge in lasagna and not feel too guilty the next day.

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Pappardelle Pasta With Portobello Mushroom Ragu

This vegetarian ragu will make you forget all about its carnivorous counterpart. The earthy and rich flavours of the mushroom paired with the fresh and aromatic rosemary make this dish irresistible. Pair it with a glass of red for a cosy night in.

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Enjoyed our round up of the best pasta recipes? Why not mop up the pasta sauce with some fresh bread? Or start meal prepping with these healthy dinner recipes. 

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