Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs
A classic pasta dish that’s perfect for any dinner occasion.
Ingredients:
1 pound spaghetti
1 pound ground beef
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, beaten
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups marinara sauce
Steps:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper. Roll into 1-inch meatballs.
In a large skillet, heat marinara sauce over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned on all sides.
Transfer meatballs and sauce to a baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes.
Serve meatballs and sauce over spaghetti.
Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta
A delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
1 pound spaghetti
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 lemon, juiced and zested
Salt and pepper to taste
Steps:
Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and shrimp. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
Reduce heat to low. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Stir until sauce is heated through and creamy.
Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss with sauce until fully coated.
Serve hot and garnish with additional lemon zest and Parmesan cheese.
Spicy Sausage and Mushroom Rigatoni
A hearty and flavorful pasta dish with a spicy kick.
Ingredients:
1 pound rigatoni
1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup red wine
1 can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Steps:
Cook rigatoni according to package instructions.
In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until onion is softened and mushrooms are browned.
Add red wine, diced tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook until sauce is slightly thickened.
Add cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine.
Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss with sauce until fully coated.
Serve hot and garnish with additional red pepper flakes and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Conclusion
Pasta is a versatile ingredient that can be used to create a variety of delicious dishes for dinner. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic spaghetti and meatballs or something more innovative like a creamy lemon shrimp pasta, there’s a pasta recipe out there for everyone. Try out these recipes and let your taste buds be the judge.
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