Pumpkin + Alfredo Sauce + Pasta = Fall Dinner of your DREAMS! This creamy pumpkin pasta is surprisingly easy to make. In the time it takes you to cook your pasta, you can cook a delicious creamy pumpkin Alfredo sauce. Toss in your pasta and…
Healthy Taco Pasta Salad is simple to make, minimal prep, and filling for the whole family! This Creamy Pasta Salad has a healthy twist. The greek yogurt based avocado dressing provides creaminess in a lightened up way. I love how customizable this healthy pasta salad…
Everyone’s favorite, classic beef stroganoff made in just one-pot! Made with affordable ground beef and using greek yogurt instead of sour cream lightens up the recipe. A healthier, affordable take on a classic dish. I promise this no-fuss, lighter beef stroganoff recipe will be a…
This Prosciutto Burrata Pasta with Peas is for the cheese lovers. Not only does it have chunks of melty Burrata Cheese throughout, but it also has lots of fresh grated parmesan. With each bite you get fresh green peas, some melty cheese, and a little…
I love a classic basil pesto. Chock full of basil and pine nuts, there is a reason it is such a staple. I toss it with pasta, spoon it over chicken breasts, you name it. But, why does basil get all the love? It’s fun…
There’s a reason that pasta salad is a summertime, cookout, block party go-to. No heating up your kitchen, takes just minutes to toss together, and is best served straight from the fridge. Where could you go wrong? I love making this Italian Pasta Salad for…
Need a quick dinner? 15-Minute Sesame Noodles to the rescue. In less time than it takes for you to cook up some pasta, you can mix up an easy asian-inspired, sesame sauce. Even better, I always have the sauce ingredients on hand! No last minute…
This pasta recipe is creamy, comforting, and even slightly romantic food at its finest. In the time it takes to boil water and cook pasta, you can make the easy mushroom cream sauce. If you’re looking for a meal that’s on the lighter side, keep…
Don’t get me wrong, my pantry always has a jar or two of marinara sauce in stock. And I will never be ashamed about reaching for a jar. But sometimes you’re craving a little more and want to put a little love into your meal.…
Is there anything more comforting than a big bowl of spaghetti? I love a perfect bolognese that simmers for hours just as much as the next person. But, sometimes it’s 5pm and I’m just plain hangry. Enter, my go-to Simple Chunky Spaghetti Sauce. This sauce…
Ooey, gooey, and cheesy. Three of the best words to describe a recipe. Oh, and don’t forget easy and simple. Cheesy One-Pot Taco Pasta hits all of these. An easy ground beef recipe that satisfies your taco AND pasta cravings! I love how this simple…
I have an easy, comforting, and crowd pleasing recipe for you. This Slow Cooker Pork Ragu satisfies your Italian and pasta cravings with little work. All you need is a pork shoulder and some pantry ingredients (including red wine, which is definitely a pantry ingredient…
This pasta is a real winner. Super easy to come together. The pasta and chicken cook together in the Instant Pot (in chicken broth to really amp up the flavor), then all you need to do is stir in the remaining ingredients. Just one pot…
Do you participate in Meatless Mondays? I am very much a carnivore, but I do like to challenge myself and forgo meat at some meals and experiment with plant based protein sources. Pasta is an easy meal to make meatless (because really if you gave…
Is there anyone that doesn’t love pasta and a good hearty sauce? I don’t discriminate against my pasta sauces. Creamy, chunky, cheesy, thick, light, all game by me. Especially when combined with some noods. This sauce is perfect for those that like their sauce nice…