Our Best 20-Minute Pasta Recipes

Find the most delicious quick and easy pastas you can pull off any day of the week.

a bowl of Pastina (a variety of pasta consisting of tiny pieces of pasta)
Pastina Is Creamy, Cheesy Comfort FoodRecipes
Pastina is classic Italian comfort food. It’s the kind of dish that a mom might serve her kids when they are feeling under the weather, and is often one of the first solid foods a baby might eat. It’s a nostalgic childhood treat in Italy and something your kids are sure to enjoy as well. The seasoning is as easy as it gets: Just a bit of black pepper and maybe a pinch of salt, depending on the saltiness of your broth and cheese. The simplicity is what makes this dish special!
Kristina Vänni
Nov 11, 2025
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Cacio e Pepe Brussels Sprouts Pearl CouscousSponsored
A delicious dinner doesn’t have to take all day to prepare. This fun, yummy twist on the classic Italian dish cacio e pepe starts with Success® Boil-in-Bag Pearl Couscous, a Mediterranean-style pasta, and pairs it with roasted Brussels sprouts, Pecorino Romano cheese, and lots of fresh cracked black pepper. Since the couscous is ready in under seven minutes, a satisfying, fuss-free vegetarian dinner can be yours in less than 20 minutes. There’s loads of flavor in every bite.
Christine Gallary
Sep 4, 2025
This 20-Minute Dinner Is So Good, I've Made It for 4 Weeks StraightRecipes
It's the perfect weeknight dinner.
Kelli Foster
May 1, 2025
The 110-Year-Old Easy Italian Pasta Recipe I've Finally PerfectedRecipes
That little bit of nutmeg makes all the difference.
Rachel Perlmutter
Feb 19, 2025
The 5-Ingredient Alfredo Sauce That I Use on EverythingRecipes
The silky texture of traditional fettuccini Alfredo is created by a balanced emulsion of grated Parmesan cheese, butter, and starchy pasta water. But if mealtime calls for serving the garlicky Parmesan cream sauce without pasta (or its cooking liquid!), you need a new approach. Don’t tell my Italian in-laws, but a dose of dairy is the secret to my five-ingredient, everyday Alfredo sauce. It’s a weeknight staple.
Patty Catalano
Sep 14, 2024
Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta Is Peak SummerRecipes
It's bright, fresh, and a breeze to whip together.
Sheela Prakash
Aug 12, 2023
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Bush’s Baked Beans Mac and CheeseSponsored
The first sign that your recipe is a winner is when a line forms before you’ve even removed the aluminum foil from the serving dish. That’s almost a guarantee when you serve this recipe. It’s a combination of two classic cookout favorites: Bush’s Baked Beans and creamy stovetop mac and cheese. Everyone will love the ooey-gooey summer side because it’s a classic with a twist: The hints of sweet and savory flavors are irresistible.
Patty Catalano
Jun 14, 2024
This Creamy Lemon-Dill Sauce Is So Good, I've Already Made It Twice This MonthRecipes
Embrace the magic that is store-bought tortellini.
Kristina Razon
Jan 14, 2024
These Garlic Noodles Take Hardly Any Effort and Have So Much FlavorRecipes
They cook in less than 10 minutes!
Christine Gallary
Oct 11, 2023
Pasta al Limone Is the Easy Italian Pasta You'll Want to Make Every NightRecipes
The sauce is silky, creamy, and tangy.





Emiko Davies
Jun 27, 2023
This Easy Capellini Pasta Is Perfect When You Feel Like Doing the Bare MinimumRecipes
You probably have the ingredients already!
Nicole Rufus
Apr 26, 2023
Make One-Pot Parmesan Brussels Sprouts Orzo for Dinner TonightRecipes
It's our favorite new way to eat Brussels sprouts.
Patty Catalano
Oct 15, 2022
The Smoky Cajun Shrimp Pasta We Can't Stop MakingRecipes
An easy dinner with flavors straight from New Orleans.
Patty Catalano
Oct 14, 2022
How to Cook Couscous on the Stove or in the MicrowaveRecipes
If you can boil water, you can make couscous.
Emma Christensen
Oct 3, 2022
Creamy Ricotta Pasta with Broccoli
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You’re only five ingredients away from an incredibly satisfying dinner.









Melissa Harrison Jameson
Sep 4, 2022
Buttered NoodlesRecipes
Classic comfort food for kids and adults alike.
Perry Santanachote
Feb 18, 2022
Copycat Panera Mac and CheeseRecipes
It's as rich and creamy as you'd hope for.
Laura Rege
Feb 7, 2022
Homemade Egg NoodlesRecipes
Skip the pasta maker and use your food processor and rolling pin instead.
Laura Rege
Jan 11, 2022
We’re Just Very Excited About This Whole Lemon Pesto
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This pantry pesto instantly upgrades all your summer favorites: sandwiches, salads, fish, potatoes, pasta, and more.
Caroline Lange
Sep 3, 2021
The 15-Minute Trader Joe's Dinner I Make on RepeatRecipes
It's easy, it's satisfying, and I never get tired of it.
Nicole Rufus
Aug 13, 2021
One-Pot Lemon Shrimp Pasta Will Become an Instant Favorite Recipes
It's ready in just 20 minutes.
Grace Elkus
Jun 22, 2021
The Only Pasta Salad You Need This SummerRecipes
Memorize this formula and make it on repeat.
Sheela Prakash
May 13, 2021
This 15-Minute Tortellini Dinner is Loaded with Cheese, Salami, and VeggiesRecipes
It takes cues from the best Italian antipasto.
Sheela Prakash
Apr 15, 2021
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Skillet Ravioli Lasagna Is Everything You Love About Lasagna with Only a Fraction of the WorkRecipes
How do you make lasagna quick and easy enough for even the busiest weeknight? Start with a package or two of cheese ravioli. It’s our very favorite way to hack the cheesy layered pasta casserole, especially when the whole thing comes together in a single skillet — no pot of boiling water required.Lasagna is a family favorite, but making it from scratch usually requires time most of us don’t have on the typical weeknight. That’s why we’ll happily take a shortcut.
Creative Studio
Apr 13, 2021
15-Minute Garlic-Butter Tortellini Is Like Buttered Noodles 2.0Recipes
Just as easy, but feels so fancy.
Sheela Prakash
Jan 23, 2021
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This Ingredient Changes Mac & Cheese ForeverRecipes
You might not think to hit the nut aisle when you’re craving mac and cheese, but you should. Most mac and cheese recipes rely on roux, a cooked flour and butter mixture that helps thicken the sauce but doesn’t impart much flavor. Swap the roux out for California walnuts, and you’ve got a thick and creamy sauce with nutrition and robust flavor.
Creative Studio
Jan 5, 2021
The 20-Minute Creamy Shrimp Dinner You'll Want to Make on RepeatRecipes
And you only need 5 ingredients.
Patty Catalano
Dec 9, 2020
The Magical Pantry Pasta I Make When I Have Zero Plan for Dinner
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It never fails to save me.
Amelia Rampe
Nov 17, 2020
One-Pot Pasta Puttanesca Is a Lazy Cook's Dream Recipes
Chances are you've got everything on hand to make it.
Grace Elkus
Oct 3, 2020
One-Pot Spicy Sausage and Tomato Pasta Is Low Effort, Big FlavorRecipes
It's the easiest meal you'll make this week.
Grace Elkus
Sep 26, 2020
You Can Make This Chicken and Sweet Potato Noodle Bowl in 20 Minutes
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This one-pot meal brightens up store-bought broth with roasted chicken, vibrant veggies, and a simple pantry sauce.
Meghan Splawn
Sep 19, 2020
One-Pot Spinach-Artichoke Chicken Pasta Is Fast, Easy, and Seriously Satisfying Recipes
It's packed with flavor and ready in 15 minutes.
Grace Elkus
Sep 9, 2020
Creamy One-Pot Zucchini Pasta Is Supremely SatisfyingRecipes
This comforting one-pot dinner is ready in 15 minutes.
Sheela Prakash
Jul 16, 2020
One-Pot Cheesy Tortellini Tastes Just Like Spinach-Artichoke DipRecipes
It's ready in less than 10 minutes.
Sheela Prakash
Jul 3, 2020
This Creamy, Tangy Macaroni Salad Is Full of Ingenious Shortcuts Recipes
It's ready in just 15 minutes.
Meghan Splawn
Jun 23, 2020
This One-Pot Cacio e Pepe Isn't Traditional, But It's Absolutely FoolproofRecipes
You're just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes away from pasta perfection.
Lauren Shockey
Mar 19, 2020
A Spicy, Nutty 2-Ingredient Dressing Makes This Soba Salad Shine Recipes
This 15-minute meal is packed with flavor.
Ali Slagle
Feb 5, 2020
Recipe: One-Pot Creamy Broccoli PastaRecipes
It's what makes it so deliciously creamy — and yet not heavy at all.
Sheela Prakash
Feb 4, 2020
Recipe: Greek Pasta SaladRecipes
Make this vibrant, flavorful side dish when you're craving pasta and vegetables!
Sheela Prakash
Feb 4, 2020
One-Pot Mediterranean Orzo Is the Feel-Good Meal You CraveRecipes
It's everything you love about a Greek salad, served pasta-style.
Patty Catalano
Feb 4, 2020
The Easy, Refreshing Noodle Bowl You Can Make with Pantry StaplesRecipes
A quick salsa verde makes this humble dish feel fancy.
Ali Slagle
Feb 4, 2020
Samin Nosrat's Pasta Cacio e Pepe Is So Much Better than Mac and CheeseRecipes
Like, way better.
Samin Nosrat
Sep 27, 2019
3-Ingredient Trader Joe’s Dinner: Tomato Soup with Stuffed Gnocchi and SpinachRecipes
Trader Joes' Outside-In Stuffed Gnocchi is our new favorite freezer find.
Patty Catalano
Sep 17, 2019
This Crispy, Crunchy Noodle Bowl with Meatballs Is Supremely RefreshingRecipes
Ken Concepcion and Michelle Mungcal, owners of L.A.’s Now Serving cookbook and culinary shop love this recipe because it lets them use all the bounty from California farmers markets.
Karen Palmer
Aug 1, 2019
Recipe: Garlic Butter Pasta with Asparagus and PeasRecipes
If there’s one time of year when it’s extra easy to eat your greens, it’s spring. Take a trip to the farmers market and you’ll quickly discover that the stalls are overloaded with greens of every sort. There are bunches of asparagus, bags and bags of baby lettuces, every kind of green pea, and more. After a long winter, the vibrancy is pure medicine.
Sheela Prakash
Jun 5, 2019
Recipe: Saucy Chili-Garlic Cucumber NoodlesRecipes
Break out the spiralizer for a new potluck favorite.
Kelli Foster
May 29, 2019
The Creamy Ricotta Pasta You Can Make in 15 MinutesRecipes
Dinner in under 15 minutes is hard to argue with.
Sara Kate Gillingham
May 8, 2019
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Recipe: Everything Bagel Spaghetti CarbonaraRecipes
Pasta carbonara is one of those dishes that leaves you in awe when you find out it’s made out of only four key ingredients: pasta, bacon, eggs, and cheese. It’s creamy and comforting and all the things you look forward to on pasta night. But there’s no reason we can’t have a little bit of flavor fun with the formula — especially if it just means adding one more easy ingredient. Shall we?
Creative Studio
May 1, 2019