10 Authentic Pasta Recipes That Let You Savor Italy’s Best
Get ready to bring the flavors of Italy into your kitchen with these 12 authentic pasta recipes! From rich, creamy sauces to hearty, savory classics, these dishes capture the essence of Italian cuisine at its finest. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, each recipe is a celebration of tradition and taste. Grab your favorite ingredients, and let’s take a delicious journey through Italy’s best!
Bucatini Cacio e Pepe from Italy
This deliciously creamy, cheesy pasta dish is so beautiful in its simplicity and can be on the dinner table in 30 minutes or less. It’s an ancient Roman pasta dish that has held up over time due to its uncomplicated ingredients and naturally amazing flavor.
Squid ink pasta with shrimp and tomato
This squid ink pasta with shrimp and tomato is an easy pasta dish that’s as delicious as it is pretty. It’s really quick to bring together and works well whether you have homemade pasta or use ready-made.
Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca
These incredibly delicious Spaghetti alla Puttanesca originate from Napels, Italy and as the name implies the name puttanesca translates to “spaghetti in the style of a prostitute.” The exact origin is unknown but what is known for sure are the ingredients a puttanesca must have: anchovies, capers, tomatoes, onions and olives – basically the delicious ingredients from that region. Some (us as well) add chili too, just to spice it up a bit. This easy pasta is made in 15 minutes so it’s perfect for a quick midweek lunch/dinner or even as a starter. Best way to serve it is with spaghetti. Quick, easy, affordable and darn delicious.
Four Cheese Ravioli
Flavorful Italian cheeses perfectly wrapped in homemade pasta dough is pure comfort food. This might not be one of those quick weeknight recipes, but it certainly worth it and is better than any ravioli you’ll get in a restaurant!
Pasta alla Norma (eggplant tomato pasta)
Pasta alla Norma is a simple and delicious combination of pasta wrapped in a luscious eggplant and tomato sauce, topped with ricotta salata. It’s an easy and satisfying vegetarian meal that lets summer produce shine.
Spaghetti alla carbonara with mushrooms
Spaghetti alla carbonara, like many classic Italian pasta dishes, is definitely one of those dishes that makes a few ingredients into something special. This slight twist on the classic with mushrooms is easy and delicious!
Scallop pasta with garlic and white wine
Sometimes the best meals are some of the simplest, and this scallop pasta with garlic and white wine is definitely one of those. A quick, easy yet delicious dinner equally good for a special occasion or a busy night.
Fish ragu pasta
Fish ragu pasta is a tasty, simple combination of a tomato and fish-based sauce over pasta. Vary the fish for a fuller or fresher flavor, but all delicious.
Pasta con sarde a mare
Pasta con sarde a mare is a Sicilian dish made with (wild) fennel, pine nuts, raisins & anchovies. So much flavor from such simple ingredients!
Bacon sun dried tomato pasta with spinach and cream
This bacon sun dried tomato pasta with spinach and cream is quick to make and full of delicious flavors that all will enjoy. Comforting and just that bit different, it’s a great easy meal.
