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14 Pasta Dishes You Need to Try 🍝
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Rhys
February 09, 2025
Pasta is probably one of the most common things I post on my story. It’s truly a staple for our home
But since we make it a lot, you run out of fresh ideas pretty quick. Sound familiar?
This weeks issue is going to change that. I made sure to include a variety of cuisines from Italian (obviously) to French and even Middle Eastern!
Venture into a new cuisine territory, or stick with the classics; we got it all this week!
14 Pasta Dishes You Need to Try 🍝
1. Matty Matheson’s Creamy Smoky Mac
A copy cat of Matty’s famous mac & cheese. Serve as a side dish or body the entire thing! Live your life boo
 | Smoky Gouda Mac’ N Cheese by Oak & Stone (Link) Creamy mac and cheese with a smoky gouda flavor. |
2. Dan Dan Noodles
Sichuan-style spicy sesame and peanut sauce with ground pork.
 | Dan Dan Noodle by Fun noodle bar (Link) Spicy sauce with preserved vegetables, chili oil, Szechuan pepper, minced pork and scallions served over noodles, topped with peanuts. |
3. Cajun Chicken Pasta
Spicy Cajun-seasoned chicken in a creamy sauce with peppers.
 | Cajun Chicken Pasta by Twisted Ranch (Link) Penne noodles, peppers, onions, and tomatoes, tossed in our Cajun Ranch cream sauce, topped with blackened chicken breast. |
4. Truffle Tagliatelle
Fresh pasta coated in truffle butter and pecorino.
 | Mushroom & Truffle Tagliatelle by STK Steakhouse (Link) Pecorino - braised mushrooms - shaved black truffle |
5. Beef Stroganoff Pasta
Egg noodles in a creamy mushroom and beef sauce.
 | Stroganoff by Grant's Neighborhood Grill (Link) Bistro Tender Tips – Pappardelle Pasta – Mushrooms – Veal Demi – Sour Cream – Fresh Herbs – Toasted Bread |
6. Israeli Ptitim (Pearl Couscous)
A fresh pasta dish mixed with mint, feta and buttery pine nuts.
 | Israeli Cous Cous, Mint, Feta & Pinenuts by Cliff Bell's (Link) Couscous mixed with mint, feta, and pinenuts. |
7. Cacio e Pepe
Simple Roman dish with pecorino cheese, black pepper, and pasta water.
 | Cacio E Pepe by The Bellwether (Link) Spaghetti, toasted peppercorn, pecorino romano, grana padano. |
8. Greek Pastitsio
Baked pasta with béchamel and spiced meat sauce.
 | Pastitsio “The Greek Lasagna” by Opa! Opa!! (Link) Layered thick macaroni, aromatic ground Beef topped with homemade creamy sauce. |
9. Miso Shrimp Pasta
Umami-packed miso sauce with shrimp, pistachios and fresh herbs.
 | Miso Shrimp Tagliatelle by Gather in Omaha (Link) Miso Cream Sauce, Pistachio-Gather Urban Farm Herb Chutney, Broccolini, Pickled Fresnos, Texas Pickles, Grilled Shrimp. |
10. Pesto Trofie
Ligurian pasta tossed in a vibrant basil pesto.
 | Trofie Pasta by Haven (Link) Trofie Pasta tossed in a vibrant basil pesto complemented by roasted cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts. |
11. Penne all’Arrabbiata
Spicy tomato sauce with garlic and chili flakes.
 | Penne All'Arrabbiata by Lucia (Link) Penne pasta in a tasty, spicy Tomato Sauce enriched with fresh Garlic, Parsley and Red Pepper Flakes. |
12. Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Spicy, creamy, and packed with buffalo chicken.
| Buffalo Chicken Mac by Noodles and Company (Link) Wisconsin Mac & Cheese with parmesan chicken, Frank’s RedHot® Buffalo Wings Sauce, parmesan and green onions. |
13. Lasagna Bolognese
Layers of pasta, slow-cooked meat sauce, béchamel, and parmesan.
 | Lasagna Al Ragu by Matteo Ristorante Italiano (Link) Nonna’s bolognese, bechamel, parmigiano reggiano. |
14. Spaghetti Carbonara
Guanciale, eggs, pecorino romano, and black pepper create a creamy sauce.
 | Spaghetti Carbonara by Bar La Grassa (Link) A classic Italian dish featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a creamy sauce made from eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, crispy pancetta, and a hint of black pepper for a rich and savory experience. |
Forward to a friend if you found inspiration for dinner!
It only takes 5 seconds. Making this took me 2.5 hours :)
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