From a creamy pasta alla gin to a spicy spaghetti alla puttanesca, these mouthwatering pasta dishes are absolute crowd pleasers.
14 Seriously Delicious Pasta Dishes to Add to Your Rotation
From a creamy pasta alla gin to a spicy spaghetti alla puttanesca, these mouthwatering pasta dishes are absolute crowd pleasers.
When we think of crowd-pleasing dishes that can feed plenty, pasta is surely at the top of the list. This Italian staple is versatile, delicious, filling, and perfect for a range of occasions be it a dinner party, comfort meal for one, or romantic date night in.
Whether you're partial to an indulgent and creamy pasta alla gin, or you're in the mood for a spicy spaghetti alla puttanesca, a good pasta dish rarely misses the mark.
We've rounded up a seriously delicious selection of pasta dishes that will go down a treat with even the fussiest eaters and have you and your guests begging for seconds. Even better? Each of these mouthwatering recipes is quick and easy to make and vegetarian-friendly.
1. Spicy Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca
Those who love a salty snack will salivate at the ingredients list which consists of anchovies, capers, and two kinds of olives in a rich tomato sauce. Topped with parsley for freshness and parmesan for added bite, this pasta dish is balanced, bright, and downright delicious.
2. Creamy Pasta Alla Gin
If you’ve ever tried pasta alla vodka, you'll know how delicious and moreish it is. Gin will do just this but also add subtle complexity to the dish as it has herbal and botanical notes. This foolproof Italian delight is quick to make and perfect for dinner parties, busy schedules, or those nights you simply feel like tucking into something comforting and indulgent.
3. Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta with Marinara Sauce
This recipe sees large pasta shells stuffed with spinach and plenty of cheesy goodness – we're talking ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan – baked in a marinara sauce and topped with basil. It guarantees a phenomenally comforting meal in 45 minutes.
4. Lemon and Pistachio Pasta
Simple, quick, and delicious – what more could you want? This delightful recipe requires just eight ingredients and less than 30 minutes of your time. Featuring refreshing lemon, parsley, and chives with nutty pistachios add a nutty flavour and crunch alongside the silky pasta, this well-balanced dish is perfect for mid-week meals or your next date night.
5. Vodka Pasta Bake
This indulgent dish consists of ricotta-stuffed pasta shells nestled in a creamy, tomato-y vodka sauce, topped with mozzarella and parmesan and baked until golden and crispy.
6. Cavatelli With Creamy Tomato Sauce and Stracciatella
One of our most popular recipes to date, Gabriella Simonian of No Regretti Spaghetti's irresistible cavatelli dish is the way to win over anyone. Featuring a creamy roasted tomato blend served with dollops of stracciatella cheese and fresh basil leaves, it's an indulgent meal that's perfect for dinner parties or elevated nights in.
7. Fettuccine With Cherry Tomatoes, Roasted Eggplant and Burrata
Another dish where burrata steals the show, this fettuccine masterpiece is packed with flavour thanks to roasted eggplant, bright cherry tomatoes, a touch of chilli, and fresh basil. But it's the melted burrata cheese that's gently folded through the long strands of silky pasta that we can't get enough of.
8. Tomato and Garlic Linguine
The recipe for this vibrant dish is easy to understand and almost completely foolproof. Perfect for weeknights when you're feeling exhausted, or dinner parties where you need something easy to whip up, this pasta celebrates cherry tomatoes that are perfectly enhanced with garlic.
9. Stovetop Mac and Cheese
If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing recipe that’s super easy to whip up, this stovetop mac and cheese is the perfect dish for you. Decadent and delicious, this simple classic consists of two delicious main elements: al dente pasta of your choice coated in a glossy cheese sauce. Better yet? It only takes 20 minutes to whip up.
10. Broccolini, Roasted Almond & Lemon Spaghetti
Pasta dishes don't need to be super indulgent, and this delightful recipe is a great example of the perfect summertime pasta. Packed with fibre from an abundance of vegetables, freshness from herbs, crunch from roasted almonds, zest from lemon and creaminess from cheese, every mouthful is an explosion of different textures and flavours that all work in harmony.
11. Mushroom & Thyme Pappardelle
Mushrooms and pasta are a match made in heaven, and this dish only proves that further. Silky, wide ribbons of pasta meet buttery, in-season mushrooms in this heavenly autumn dish. Fragranced with thyme, it's a rich and decadent option that will please meat lovers and vegetarians alike.
12. Cavatelli With Green Sauce, Pangrattato, and Burrata
This dish uses leeks softened in melted butter, combined with vibrant vegetables and a splash of white wine. It's then topped with golden, crunchy breadcrumbs and creamy cheese. What's not to love?
13. Foglie D’Ulivo With Romesco Sauce and Burrata
This simple yet indulgent dish will bring the essence of the Mediterranean into your kitchen and straight to your next dinner party. Rich and flavourful, it features romesco sauce, topped with the creamy decadence of burrata.
14. Pea and Ricotta Pasta with Parmesan Breadcrumbs
Into the Sauce founder, Tori Falzon has created a delicious and quick-to-whip-up pea and ricotta pasta that's elevated with tasty parmesan breadcrumbs and will satisfy any party guest, exhausted worker, or hungry family.
