Whether it is cacao e Pepe or pasta bolognese, any pasta recipe is a timeless favourite and offers endless possibilities for creating delicious and satisfying meals. Whether you are a fan of traditional classics or adventurous twists, there is a pasta recipe to suit every palate. To help you enjoy pasta meals at home, here are five tantalising pasta recipes that you can easily recreate at home using Houszy quality saucepans, frying pans and glass meal prep containers. Get ready to impress your taste buds with these flavourful creations.

1. Classic Pasta Bolognese

Ingredients

• 8 oz Pasta
• 1 lb minced beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened.
2. Add the garlic and minced beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned.
3. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes and beef broth, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 20–30 minutes until the sauce thickens.
5. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with the Bolognese sauce.

Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

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2. Creamy Carbonara

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large 28 cm frying pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3. In a small glass bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the deep-frying pan with the bacon and garlic. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the egg mixture until the pasta is coated and creamy.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

3. Spicy Arrabbiata

Ingredients

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Salt to taste
• Grated Pecorino Romano cheese for serving

Instructions

1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large 28 cm deep-frying pan with a lid, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant.
3. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Stir in the chopped basil and season with salt to taste.
5. Toss the cooked penne pasta with the spicy arrabbiata sauce.

Serve hot, topped with grated Pecorino Romano cheese.

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4. Rustic Pesto Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 oz farfalle pasta
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Toasted pine nuts for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.
3. With the food processor running, gradually add the olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth paste. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Toss the cooked farfalle pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.

Serve hot, garnished with toasted pine nuts.

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5. Creamy Mushroom Alfredo

Ingredients

• 8 oz fettuccine pasta
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoon butter
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large 28 cm frying pan with a lid, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, and cook until the mushrooms are golden brown.
3. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Toss the cooked fettuccine pasta with the creamy mushroom Alfredo sauce until well combined.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

The Final Word

With these five delectable pasta recipes, you can bring the flavours of Italy into your kitchen and create memorable meals for yourself and your loved ones. Using quality non-stick cookware and glass meal prep containers, such as 28 cm deep-frying pans with lids, saucepans, and frying pans without lids, you can cook with confidence and ease. Whether you are in the mood for a classic spaghetti Bolognese or a creamy mushroom Alfredo, these recipes are sure to delight your taste buds and become staples in your home-cooking repertoire.