Pasta

Here’s another way of making this humble family favourite even easier! I have added the grated carrot and baby spinach to the mix so you will only need a simple salad to serve. Plus my cheat’s version of a white cheese sauce make this dish as easy as possible.

The salty feta balances out the sweetness of the dates, basil and cherry tomatoes.

Everyone loves lasagne! Try my nourishing twist on a family fave.

This Mediterranean pasta is packed with flavour, from salty fetta and olives to spicy kransky sausage and red chilli.

A perfect way to use up any left-over pasta, these are great to pack in lunchboxes or take on picnics.

Whip up this gorgeous vegetarian pasta dish in under 30 minutes and enjoy the of gorgeous, simplistic flavours that work together so perfectly.

Toss together this flavoursome pasta dish in under ten minutes - packed full of nutrients and fresh, beautiful produce

Get four of your five-a-day vegie serves in just one hearty meal. If you're feeding children you can substitute the wine for the same quantity of white wine vinegar or water.

This light and zesty fettuccine is bursting with the flavours of juicy cherry tomatoes, nutty artichokes, crumbly feta and a touch of basil.

Cream and cheese tossed in fettucine create a delicious pasta alfredo.

Tossed shards of parmesan with prosciutto and mushroom, drenched in cream. Pasta boscaiola is a legendary Italian pasta dish.

Whether you are cooking a family meal or making lunch or dinner for friends, this fast and fresh pasta dish fits the bill. If you don't have individual ramekins, use a baking dish instead and divide between 4 plates or dishes.

Tuna, tomatoes and olives come alive in this tasty spaghetti dish.

We've mixed up your standard lasagne recipe and you'll be coming back for more! Deliciously cheesy, this chicken and agnolotti lasagne is the ultimate comfort food for your family.

This delicious summer salad is packed full of delicious, fresh ingredients. Even better, it can be on the table in under twenty minutes!

Delicious pan-roasted tomatoes, crispy bacon and flavoursome artichokes are tossed through fettuccine with fresh basil to create this beautiful pasta dish.

This hearty feast is so simple to make but with melted cheese, ravioli pasta and tomato sauce it's the perfect savoury comfort food.

On the table in under 30 minutes, this simple but hearty chicken pasta dish is set to become a regular family favourite.

A fresh summer pasta salad with artichokes, peas and fetta. Perfect for outdoor living.

This hearty Italian baked pasta dish is perfect for a hungry family on a cool Winter's evening. Or, make for two and enjoy the leftovers the following day. The combination of tomato, sausage and pasta is beautiful enjoyed fresh out of the oven, especially when topped with melted, oozy ricotta cheese.

Give that old kid favourite a twist with the inclusion of veggies and tuna. Macaroni and cheese has never been tastier or more nutritious.

A hearty soup is the ultimate winter comfort food and this classic minestrone with a cheesy twist will delight everyone's tastebuds.

If you're looking for a scrumptious pasta dish to satisfy those hunger pangs then this recipe will do the trick. Mushrooms, mortadella and fettuccine are coated in a richy, creamy sauce that will have you coming back for more.

Succulent packets of lobster and scallops wrapped in pasta sheets and drizzled with creamy sauce. You don't get better than seafood ravioli for a summer lunch or an impressive dinner party.

Cooks can never have too many pasta recipes in their repertoire. This easy vegetarian dish gets some added nutrients with ricotta cheese and toasted pine nuts.

You can use dried beans instead of borlotti beans; soak in cold water overnight. The cooking time will vary. Note

Make ahead: Prepare almost to end of Step 3, adding fetta, parsley and zest just before serving. Risoni is rice-shaped pasta. No need to thaw onion before using. Don’t overcook beans; they only need to be warmed. Note

Substitute verjuice with 1 tablespoon white wine and 1 tablespoon water, if unable to buy. Note

toss a little of the cooking liquid through cooked pasta to help prevent it from sticking together. Note

This pesto pasta salad is a quick and easy solution to getting lunchboxes ready. It's a great option for anyone who is dairy- or egg-intolerant!

You could use pre-made, dried cannelloni. Try adding 1 teaspoon finely chopped preserved lemon to cannelloni filling Note

This would also be delicious as a cold salad Note

Dill is a classic flavour match with smoked salmon, but you could also use torn parsley. Note

If preferred, prepare in advance and bake in a moderate oven, 180°C, 15-20 minutes, until hot. Note

The super bowl! Curl up on cold nights with a heart-warming meal in hand

A great meal to make when entertaining, this is all cooked in the oven, leaving you more time to mingle.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Wholemeal pasta is high in fibre so you’ll likely eat less of it and feel full for longer.

For a quick and easy dinner, try this cheesy macaroni bake.

Feel free to add chilli, smoked paprika or herbs to suit the intended dish. Double the recipe and freeze in batches. Basic tomato sauce: • Substitute tinned tomatoes for vine-ripened ones in summer. • Try adding a pinch or two of herbs and spices depending on your desired recipe. • Sugar cuts the acid from […]

Filled with smoked pork ribs, barley and vegetables, this barley and smoked pork soup with pasta is a complete meal in a bowl.

You can taste the ocean in this rich and hearty combination of shellfish.

This is a homemade lasagne with a twist. Treat the family to a mouth-watering Italian favourite that uses rice noodle sheets for a lighter dish than traditional lasagne.

Not suitable to freeze. Note

If desired, toss through freshly torn parsley or basil. Note

Ready to try this new family favourite? A superb spaghetti dinner doused in marinara sauce that sings of the flavours of the sea. This marinara is quick to make, and rich in omega-3.

For an alternative, try leaving chilli out and substitute toasted walnuts and blue cheese for pine nuts and fetta. Note

One of the most unsettling things about doing up a house is having to make do without a kitchen. Rather than resigning yourself to takeaways every night, borrow an electric frying pan and a gas ring if you don’t already have them and have a go at turning out this dish. It’ll keep you healthy, sane and on budget.

To separate pasta, add to boiling water, then bring back to boil and stir. Note

If you can’t find pimientos, you can use roasted capsicum instead. Note

All your favourite seafood is combined in this quick and delicious spaghetti marinara. Feel free to take a shortcut with a good marinara mix or choose your own favourite seafood.

If preserved lemons are not available, substitute with finely grated rind of 1 lemon. Note

This pasta dish can be served hot or cold as a salad. Note

For a richer version of this dish, you can add a splash of cream. Note

Sacchetti is a filled pasta. Any filled pasta can be used. Note

Lasagne sheets can be used in place of cannelloni tubes. One sheet can be cut in half to make two cannelloni. Look for fresh lasagne sheets, which are easily cut. Note

For an alternative flavour, try using prosciutto in place of smoked salmon. Note

1/2 cup of store-bought pesto can be used in place of the coriander paste in this recipe. Note

If you aren’t using homemade chicken stock for this recipe, and are conscious of your salt intake, look for salt-reduced commercial stock. Note

Parcooked fresh lasagne sheets are also suitable and are available in the cold section of your local supermarket. You’ll need fewer sheets, as they tend to be larger. Note

These large ribbed pasta shells are great for sauce to cling to, and for taking hold of the delicious flavours of the dish. Note

Salmon can be used in place of trout. Note

Use a good-quality plain olive oil over an extra virgin oil for this dish. Most of the fruity fragrance of the extra virgin olive oil is lost with high heat. Note

Use a whole cooked chicken, cooled and skinned, if more convenient. Note

Bavette is a long, flat, narrow ribbon pasta that is similar to tagliatelle. Note

Use a vegetable peeler to slice unpeeled zucchini into ribbons. Note

You can also make this with cooked pasta. Shells work particularly well. Note

Basil has a high water content, so the oil will spit when the leaves are added – take care not to burn yourself. Note

Bavette is a type of ribbon pasta, similar to spaghetti, that has a flat section and a slightly convex shap Note

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Prepare this dish ahead without grilling, then reheat for 15 minutes in a preheated oven set at 190°C/170°C fan-forced. To finish, pop it under a hot grill so the top becomes golden and crisp. Note