Our Top 9 Reliable Pasta Recipes From This Year

Pasta nights just got a confidence boost! We’ve rounded up our most reliable pasta recipes—dishes you can turn to when you can't decide what to make. From creamy Alfredo twists to crowd-pleasing pasta salads, these are the recipes you'll want to bookmark for when nothing else sounds good.

Updated on Tue, 24 Mar 2026
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Boursin Cheese Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes

Boursin Cheese Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes
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Creamy herbed Boursin cheese melts into a tangy sauce with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes—comfort food that feels restaurant-worthy with little effort.

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Orzo Tomato Parmesan Skillet

Orzo Tomato Parmesan Skillet
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"Made this for dinner and my kids fought over the leftovers—so much flavor, and I love how fast it came together!" —JenCooks

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Cajun Sausage & Shrimp Alfredo

Spicy Cajun Sausage & Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Skillet with tender shrimp and perfectly cooked pasta, ready to eat.
Spicy Cajun Sausage & Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Skillet with tender shrimp and perfectly cooked pasta, ready to eat. | basilhearth.com

Savory andouille sausage and tender shrimp simmer in a rich Cajun-spiced Alfredo sauce for a one-pan pasta with just the right kick.

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One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo

One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo
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"This is our new weeknight go-to! Creamy, perfectly spiced, and even better as leftovers." —LindseyM

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Easy Taco Pasta Salad

Easy Taco Pasta Salad
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A Tex-Mex twist on pasta salad, packed with crunchy vegetables, cheddar, and avocado—ideal for picnics or lunchboxes.

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One-Pan High-Protein Chili Mac

A hearty bowl of One-Pan High Protein Chili Mac topped with green onions, sour cream, and crunchy tortilla chips.
A hearty bowl of One-Pan High Protein Chili Mac topped with green onions, sour cream, and crunchy tortilla chips. | basilhearth.com

"So cheesy and filling! I love that it’s all in one pan and packed with protein." —KevinB

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Creamy Mushroom Alfredo

Deliciously rich Creamy Mushroom Alfredo Pasta, ideal for cozy weeknight dinners.
Deliciously rich Creamy Mushroom Alfredo Pasta, ideal for cozy weeknight dinners. | basilhearth.com

Earthy mushrooms mingle with a rich garlic cream sauce in this vegetarian Alfredo that's always a weeknight win.

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Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Tangy creamy dill pickle pasta salad with vibrant green peas and chopped dill pickles, served chilled on a rustic wooden table.
Tangy creamy dill pickle pasta salad with vibrant green peas and chopped dill pickles, served chilled on a rustic wooden table. | basilhearth.com

"Obsessed! This is the ultimate summer side—tangy, creamy, and the pickles make it pop." —AvaLou

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One-Pot Pizza Pasta

One-Pot Pizza Pasta
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All the flavors of pizza—marinara, mozzarella, herbs—meet classic pasta in this family-approved, one-pot wonder.

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