Mediterranean Tortellini Salad
One of my childhood friends moved to Italy 20 years ago. During a recent visit to see her, I enjoyed...
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
Our chicken Alfredo lasagna recipe doesn’t contain any ricotta cheese or red sauce. Instead, we swap in an easy homemade...
Ramen Noodle Salad
Full of color and crunch from fresh veggies, seeds and nuts, ramen noodle salad is a quick recipe to toss...
Cheeseburger Macaroni
Homemade cheeseburger macaroni gives you another easy way to enjoy the simple harmony of pasta and ground beef. It’s a...
Chili Beef Pasta
Right after I got married, an aunt gave me her recipe for skillet spaghetti and told me it was ideal...
Chicken & Shrimp Fettuccine
Saucy and special, this hearty pasta works as well for Wednesday night as it does for a Saturday dinner with...
Makeover Eggplant Parmesan
Here's a healthy version of a restaurant classic that you can easily make at home. Our recipe has 300 fewer...
Mexi-Mac Casserole
I typically have most of the ingredients for this dish in my pantry. Green chiles give it a little bite,...
Make-Ahead Hearty Six-Layer Salad
This salad is an all-time favorite. I reach for the recipe whenever I need a dish to pass. It is...
Basil-Lemon Crab Linguine
I always add herbs to pasta to really punch up the flavor. This linguine looks and tastes like it's from...
Manicotti
Ricotta-and-Parmesan-stuffed manicotti, baked in rich marinara sauce, makes a hearty and impressive vegetarian main dish. Smart shortcuts, like using store-bought...
Crockpot Pasta e Fagioli
Crock pot pasta fagioli is a hearty bean-and-pasta soup that's packed with nutrition thanks to the vegetables in this dish....
Lentil and Pasta Stew
Warm up with a big bowl of this stick-to-your-ribs stew that’s chock-full of chopped smoked sausage, hearty veggies and tender...
Kasha Varnishkes
This is one of the great Jewish comfort foods. It’s easy to put together, and leftovers make a surprisingly delicious...
Pizza Macaroni & Cheese
My grandma made this for us once when she came to visit and I never forgot just how good it...
Swedish Meatballs
Whip up a batch of these easy Swedish meatballs for a meal that's all comfort and no fuss!
Lemon Mushroom Orzo
Sometimes I serve this side dish chilled and other times we enjoy it hot.
It has a pleasant tinge...
Thai Lime Shrimp & Noodles
The flavors just keep popping in this quick dinner! Use as much lime peel and chili paste as you like....
Christmas Tortellini Soup
Packed with beans, spinach and cheesy pasta, Christmas tortellini soup is both hearty and holiday-ready.
Tortellini with Asparagus & Lemon
This is a terrific warm-weather dish, loaded with fresh flavors. I make mine meatless, but some sliced grilled chicken on...
Sesame Noodles with Shrimp & Snap Peas
Stir-fries and busy nights are a match made in heaven. For a boost of vibrant color and freshness, I sometimes...
Lemon Chicken Orzo
Lemon chicken orzo is a one-pot wonder. It's easy enough to make for a weeknight meal, but fancy enough to...
Cavatappi Mac and Cheese
With a crunchy, buttery, bacon-spiked bread crumb topping, this corkscrew cavatappi mac and cheese is a grown-up version of the...
Pizza-Style Manicotti
Ham, pepperoni, string cheese and manicotti shells make a tasty hands-on recipe that even small children can help prepare. —Judy...
Lemony Mushroom Orzo Soup
My grandmother used to make a similar classic Greek soup, avgolemono, every Sunday after church. Here’s my version of her...
Pasta with Sausage and Peas
This rustic pasta with sausage and peas is a simple, comforting meal that's perfect any night of the week. With...
Italian Sausage & Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Flavor-packed sausage and sun-dried tomatoes are sure to liven up any simple pasta dish. I have a feeling that once...
Turkey Tortellini Toss
One night I had frozen cheese tortellini on hand but didn’t have a clue about what I was going to...
Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad
Who says summer meals have to be complicated? We love this tangy, simple and tasty salad on warm summer nights....