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Whether you’re a vegetarian or enjoy the occasional meatless recipe, all of these vegetarian pasta recipes are sure to leave you satisfied!
We Love Our Veggies!
We don’t claim to be vegetarians, but sometimes we do crave a pasta dish that’s a little lighter, whether for a side dish or a main dish.
Other times, we just don’t have meat on hand or don’t have time to cook it, which is why these vegetarian pasta recipes come in handy! Each recipe is packed with vegetables and every one is delicious.
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1 White Sauce Penna Pasta
White Sauce Penna Pasta
Total Time: 15 minutes
This incredibly easy white sauce penne pasta is packed with deliciously cheesy flavor, loved by all, and on the table in only 20 minutes!
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2 Easy Alfredo Recipe
Easy Alfredo Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
Rich and creamy, this easy fettuccine Alfredo comes together in minutes with a handful of simple ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
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3 Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Total Time: 25 minutes
Bright, zesty, and loaded with cheese, this lemon asparagus pasta is a flavor explosion that's ready in under 30 minutes!
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4 Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe
Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
A copycat version of Cheesecake Factory’s Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine recipe. This flavorful and creamy dish is filled with chunks of chicken, garlic, whipping cream, spinach and sweet sun-dried tomatoes. It’s not only delicious but is a great way to change up the classic fettuccine recipe.
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5 Pasta Bake Recipe
Pasta Bake Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
Pasta Bake is a deliciously cheesy meal, perfect for any night, and one that the whole family will love and devour in no time!
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6 Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe
Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Simply dressed Garlic Butter Pasta is filled with veggies and sprinkled with parmesan. It's straightforward and so flavorful!
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7 Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta Primavera Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
Pasta primavera is a tried and true dinner recipe. It's filled with peak-of-the-season veggies for a deliciously bright bite!
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8 Homemade Mac and Cheese Recipe
Homemade Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 40 minutes
This is the cheesiest, creamiest, altogether best homemade mac and cheese you'll ever make! The whole family will definitely approve!
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9 Pesto Gnocchi Recipe
Pesto Gnocchi Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
This bright and fresh pesto gnocchi will become your go-to summer meal. It's bold, full of flavor, and so delicious!
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10 Drunken Noodles Recipe
Drunken Noodles Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Savory drunken noodles are perfectly spiced to your comfort level for a better-than-takeout classic made in only 30 minutes!
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11 Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe
Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Everyone loves a good slow cooker recipe, and this crock pot mac and cheese is so simple, cheesy, and delicious!
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12 Baked Ravioli Recipe
Baked Ravioli Recipe
Total Time: 21 minutes
Easy Cheesy Baked Ravioli is a quick, simple, and delicious dinner recipe that the whole family loves! It's so cheesy and so tasty!
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13 Spinach Lasagna Rolls Recipe
Spinach Lasagna Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 45 minutes
Spinach Lasagna Rolls are everything you love about lasagna, but EASIER! Individual portions make a great lunch or weeknight dinner.
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14 Stuffed Shells Recipe
Stuffed Shells Recipe
Total Time: 45 minutes
Stuffed Shells is simple, cheesy and bakes in only 30 minutes. It's a perfect busy weeknight meal the entire family will love!
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15 Cheesy Tortellini Pasta Recipe
Cheesy Tortellini Pasta Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Cheesy garlic tortellini pasta is covered in a delish homemade sauce, and is ready in 20 minutes! It is perfect for busy weeknights.
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16 Chow Mein Recipe
Chow Mein Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
This wok-fried Chow Mein Recipe is ready in under 30 minutes! It's perfect for pairing with your favorite Asian dishes.
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17 Pesto Pasta
Pesto Pasta
Total Time: 15 minutes
This one-pan pesto pasta tosses penne in a creamy pesto sauce bursting with Parmesan cheese for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
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18 Velveeta Mac and Cheese Recipe
Velveeta Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 43 minutes
Velveeta Mac and Cheese baked with melty Velveeta, cheddar, and panko, results in a creamy base and crisp topping for an easy family fav.
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19 Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe
Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Everyone loves a good slow cooker recipe, and this crock pot mac and cheese is so simple, cheesy, and delicious!
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20 Chick Fil A Mac and Cheese Recipe
Chick Fil A Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 42 minutes
This Chick-fil-A mac and cheese copycat recipe is rich, creamy, and tastes just like the real thing making it an instant family favorite.
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21 Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
Total Time: 2 hours 27 minutes
Easy pasta salad with Italian dressing takes minutes to make. It's a classic side dish, perfect for BBQs, picnics, or any night of the week!
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22 Mozzarella Pasta Salad Recipe
Mozzarella Pasta Salad Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
Easy & Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad is light, delicious, and flavorful. This simply dressed salad is a favorite!!
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23 Spinach Tortellini Salad Recipe
Spinach Tortellini Salad Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Cold spinach tortellini salad is the ultimate side dish for BBQ and potlucks. It's packed with all the best flavors!
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24 Greek Orzo Pasta Salad
Greek Orzo Pasta Salad
Total Time: 23 minutes
This vibrant Greek orzo pasta salad is topped with a zesty homemade dressing. It's a hearty, flavorful, quick-to-make dish!
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25 Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad recipe
Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad is a light dish with a bold flavor, making it perfect for potlucks, parties, BBQ's, and get togethers!
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26 Layered Pasta Salad Recipe
Layered Pasta Salad Recipe
Total Time: 13 minutes
A dish that is appealing to both your tastebuds and your eyes! This beautiful Layered Pasta Salad is filled with your favorite ingredients including pasta, chicken, peas, lettuce, celery, and more.
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27 Chinese Pasta Salad Recipe
Chinese Pasta Salad Recipe
Total Time: 6 minutes
Chinese Pasta Salad – filled with lettuce, noodles, fried wontons and more tossed in a delicious homemade dressing.
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LOL I love your Make it Meatless section. My kids love pasta and often pick it out leaving the meat behind. Ive already tried the pasta primavera and cant wait to work through the rest of the recipes.
this is the best pasta recipe I have found! thank you for sharing this recipe
So many great recipes to choose from! I can’t wait to make my way down the list!
Wow so many solid choices here! So many new recipes to try, thank you!
Pasta is always a favorite in our home! I like all the choices. You cant go wrong with any of these recipes.
We have made so many of these recipes! We haven’t come across any that we didn’t like. Always easy to make & taste wonderful!