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Pasta & Rice Recipes

Comforting bowls, creamy risotto, and baked pasta for a generous everyday meal. Start with Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine, try Roasted Tomato Basil Spaghetti, or explore every idea below. Each recipe links to the complete ingredients, cooking method, and kitchen notes.

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01 / PASTA & RICE · 35 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine

Succulent shrimp and al dente linguine are tossed in a velvety garlic cream sauce laced with vibrant sun-dried tomatoes, tender baby spinach, and aged Parmesan cheese.

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02 / PASTA & RICE · 50 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Roasted Tomato Basil Spaghetti

Plum cherry tomatoes are roasted until blistered and caramelized, then tossed with al dente spaghetti, fragrant garlic, aromatic olive oil, and torn fresh sweet basil.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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03 / PASTA & RICE · 60 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Jumbo pasta shells are filled with a creamy mixture of whole-milk ricotta, wilted spinach, mozzarella, and nutmeg, then baked in marinara sauce until golden and bubbly.

Plus 10 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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05 / PASTA & RICE · 60 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Baked Four Cheese Macaroni

Elbow macaroni is enveloped in a velvety mornay sauce of cheddar, Gruyère, fontina, and Pecorino Romano before baking to a bubbly, golden brown finish.

Plus 10 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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06 / PASTA & RICE · 35 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Lemon Broccoli Orzo

Toasted orzo simmers in rich broth alongside finely chopped broccoli florets, finished with fresh lemon zest, juice, and shaved Parmesan.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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07 / PASTA & RICE · 35 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Penne

Ridged penne rigate pairs with oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, fresh baby spinach, and garlic in a velvety, Parmesan-enriched cream sauce.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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08 / PASTA & RICE · 45 MINUTES PREP & COOK

One-Pot Sausage Tomato Rigatoni

Hearty rigatoni cooks directly in a savory tomato broth with browned Italian sausage, aromatic garlic, and melted mozzarella in a single pot.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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09 / PASTA & RICE · 60 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Mushroom Parmesan Risotto

Tender Arborio rice is slowly simmered in warm broth and folded with caramelized cremini mushrooms, grated Parmesan, and fresh thyme.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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10 / PASTA & RICE · 90 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Creamy Spinach Mushroom Lasagna

Tender lasagna noodles are layered with sauteed mushrooms, fresh spinach, creamy ricotta filling, and a velvety homemade bechamel sauce.

Plus 20 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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11 / PASTA & RICE · 65 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Roasted Garlic Tomato Farro

Hearty pearled farro is simmered in savory broth and tossed with sweet oven-roasted cherry tomatoes, caramelized garlic paste, and fresh basil.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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12 / PASTA & RICE · 50 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Lemon Pea Risotto

Vibrant sweet green peas and fresh lemon zest brighten creamy Arborio rice enriched with dry white wine and Parmesan cheese.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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13 / PASTA & RICE · 45 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Roasted Vegetable Couscous

Fluffy steamed couscous is tossed with caramelized zucchini, sweet bell peppers, red onion, chickpeas, and a bright lemon herb dressing.

Plus 10 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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15 / PASTA & RICE · 25 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Creamy Pesto Gnocchi

Tender potato gnocchi are gently simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce folded with vibrant basil pesto, blistered cherry tomatoes, and parmesan.

Plus 5 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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16 / PASTA & RICE · 70 MINUTES PREP & COOK

Baked Eggplant Parmesan Pasta

Tender rigatoni and roasted eggplant cubes are baked with rich marinara sauce, creamy mozzarella, and sharp parmesan cheese until golden and bubbling.

Plus 10 minutes cooling, chilling, or resting.

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