27 Delicious And Easy Italian Pasta Dishes! 

Who doesn’t love pasta? Whether you’re in the mood to recreate some of your favorite Italian pasta dishes from your time spent in Italy, or you’re simply in the mood to get creative in the kitchen and enjoy some traditional italian cuisine – we’re sure you’ll agree with us when we say that you can’t go wrong with delicious pasta.

From mouthwatering fettuccine topped with mushrooms and garlic, all the way to classic Italian pasta dishes such as tasty spaghetti, pasta is not only a crowd pleasing dish, but it’s also extremely versatile.

27 Delicious and Easy Italian Pasta Dishes!

The only question is, which Italian pasta dishes are the best? This is where we come into the mix.

In this post, we are going to be providing you with a breakdown of the most tasty pasta dishes that will bring a little piece of Italy to the comfort of your very own home.

Along the way, we are also going to be sharing with you some additional cooking tips to help make sure you make the most delicious pasta dishes possible. Just read on!

1.Cacio E Pepe

Kicking our list of delicious Italian pasta dishes off, we have selected Cacio e Pepe.

If you’re not overly familiar with this dish, it’s a staple in Italy thanks to its simplicity of only five ingredients, as well as its ability to be elevated with other ingredients. 

As we have already briefly touched upon above, by far one of the best things about Cacio e Pepe is how simple its recipe is.

So much so, that you have probably already got all of the ingredients you’ll need to prepare this recipe in your kitchen pantry!

If you’d like to learn how to make this delicious and flavorful pasta dish, just click here.

2. Fettuccine Alfredo

You don’t have to be a whiz in the kitchen to have heard of fettuccine alfredo!

Known for its creamy taste, generous lashings of cheese and the ability to elevate it with mouthwatering pieces of chicken, broccoli or even shrimp – fettuccine alfredo is perfect for entertaining guests or even as a weeknight family meal.

3. Pasta Pomodoro

Another tasty pasta dish that you can prepare at the comfort of your own home is pasta pomodoro!

This simple pasta dish consists of tasty tomato sauce enhanced by kicking basil and yummy parmesan cheese.

4. Puttanesca

Puttanesca is a delicious pasta dish that was first created in Naples during the mid-20th century.

It usually consists of tomatoes, olives and olive oil, and is perfect on its own or enhanced with other ingredients.

5. Manicotti

Are you a huge pasta lover or simply in the mood to prepare a tasty pasta dish for those you love?

If you answered yes to that question, you’ll love preparing Manicotti.

A true soul food dish, manicotti consists of large pieces of pasta tubes that are typically stuffed with a tasty filling and then baked.

6. Carbonara

Sure to become a go-to, this carbonara recipe incorporates egg yolk in place of dairy, and is a simple way to prepare deliciously authentic carbonara that you’re sure to want more and more of!

7. Penne Alla Vodka

We’re sure that you’ll have heard of penne alla, but have you heard about penne alla infused with a few dashes of vodka?

Interestingly enough, the addition of vodka helps to enhance the delicious tomato sauce – just perfect for a friday evening at the end of a busy week!

8. Rigatoni Bolognese

Perfect for preparing as an evening meal for all of the family to enjoy, this rigatoni bolognese recipe (see also ‘13 Amazing Rigatoni Recipes‘) can be prepared in just one pot!

If you have an extra few moments in the kitchen, why don’t you consider elevating this recipe with basil or oregano?

9. Orecchiette

Here we have a simple pasta recipe that goes little on ingredients but big on flavor!

Unlike some of the other orecchiette recipes out there, this one is unique because it incorporates both broccoli and sausage. It’s sre to be a hit.

10. Stuffed Shells

Are you in the mood for comfort food? If you answered yes to that question, then you should definitely try out this yummy recipe.

Consisting of cheesy ricotta, tangy spaghetti sauce and a generous amount of mozzarella cheese on top – this stuffed shell recipe is perfect for a winter evening.

11. Baked Ziti

If you’re on the search for an Italian pasta dish that’s a little on the “heartier” side, you’ll be making a good choice to try out this delicious recipe!

Nothing quite says soul food (see also ‘Delicious Soul Foods You Need To Try!‘) like San Giorgio baked ziti can, and this particular recipe is packed to the brim with cheese and meat (plus other delicious ingredients that will help to enhance the flavor), and is certainly sure to hit the spot.

12. Fagioli Al Forno

Okay, so, even though Fagioli al Forno is technically a baked bean dish – this particular recipe is totally unique and incorporates pasta.

It includes cannellini beans (see also ‘Cannellini Beans – What Can I Do With Them?‘), sage leaves, garlic, spicy sausage and, of course, pasta. It’s simply sure to become a favorite in your household!

13. Bucatini All Amatriciana

There’s nothing quite like bucatini all’amatriciana! Even though it’s not one of the most popular or well known Italian pasta dishes out there, it certainly is one of the tastiest.

Unlike some of the more traditional pasta dishes, this dish is unique because it uses pork.

14. Penne Boscaiola Pasta

Consisting of an earthy yet rich flavor, penne boscaiola combines bacon bits with sauteed mushrooms that are then mixed into a yummy tomato sauce.

Elevate with a glass of authentic traditional Italian white wine for the perfect evening meal.

15. Pasta Cacio E Uova

Even if you’re not overly familiar with the name, we’re sure that you’ll have already tried this pasta once or twice.

In English, cacio e Uova essentially means pasta with eggs and cheese, and in this recipe it has been enhanced with a creamy, moreish Neaplitan sauce!

16. Spaghetti Alla Carrettiera

Originating in Sicily and becoming a true favorite Italian pasta dish (see also ‘23 Easy Pasta Dishes That Can Be Made In One Pot‘) loved across the world, this pasta dish contains no tomatoes and incorporates just seven simple ingredients.

You’ve probably already got all of the ingredients that you’ll need for this recipe sitting in your kitchen pantry!

17.Tagliatelle

Otherwise referred to as tagliatelle ai funghi, this traditional recipe incorporates sauteed mushrooms, fresh shallots and a few dashes of wine that’s sure to be just the ticket at the end of a long work week.

18. Spicy Pasta Arrabbiata

In the mood to prepare an authentic Italian dish that has a little bit of a kick? Look no further than spicy pasta arrabiata.

Despite being a simple recipe, this dish packs a punch with its spicy tomato sauce elevated by bucatini noodles and yummy Romano cheese. You’ll love it!

19. Eggplant Rollatini

Prepare for this deliciously cheesy rollatini pasta dish to become a favorite and go-to in your kitchen!

For convenience, this recipe doesn’t require you to use any breads or oils – all you’re going to eed is an eggplant, cheese, ricotta and any other ingredients that you might like to use.

20. Angel Hair Pasta

A truly mouthwatering dish, angel hair is just what you’re looking for if you’re in the mood for a scrumptious meal that will leave you feeling totally satisfied.

This particular recipe incorporates tomato, olives and lashings of olive oil, and is perfect for even those with little experience cooking in the kitchen.

21. Italian Ravioli

This yummy ravioli dish is sure to impress even the most pickiest of taste buds!

Even though preparing ravioli might seem like a tricky recipe to get right (especially if you don’t have a lot of experience in preparing more complicated pasta dishes) we’re sure that you’ll love this recipe. 

Unlike some of the other ravioli recipes out there, the steps to this recipe are simplified but will still help you make ravioli stuffed with cheese and your choice of meat!

So much so, that you’ll find that this simplified recipe will allow you to make ravioli that’s worthy of being from a restaurant.

22. Ricotta Gnocchi

Instead of using the traditional ingredient of potato, this unique gnocchi recipe incorporates ricotta in its place.

Follow the recipe via the link to create a gnocchi-infused pasta dish perfect for enjoying all throughout the year.

23. Clam Sauce Linguine

Dripping in garlic and topped with lashings of cheese, this clam sauce linguine recipe is perfect for those in need of a little comfort food – whether that be at the end of a long day or entertaining for close friends on the weekend.

It even features a few pieces of chopped red pepper which gives this yummy linguine recipe a fiery kick!

24. Spaghetti And Meatballs

This is a pasta dish that certainly needs no introduction! A true classic and iconic dish that hails from Italy – this dish is perfect for anyone that wants to infuse a little bit of Italy into their own home.

This homemade spaghetti recipe incorporates meatball and clam linguini (see also ‘23 Salty And Savory Clam Recipes To Make At Home‘) – it’s sure to be a certified hit!

25. Italian Classic Lasagna

Our list just wouldn’t have been complete without an authentic Italian lasagna recipe (see also ‘The 28 Best Italian Recipes‘)!

This particular recipe includes everything you’ll need to make a lasagna dish worthy of rivaling the finest Italian restaurants.

From cheese to marinara sauce – try this recipe and it might just become your new go to.

26. Chicken Alfredo

If you need a pasta dish that’s going to be simple but still delicious, why don’t you give this chicken alfredo recipe a try?

If you’re cooking for adults, enhance this dish with a splash of white wine, and if you’re cooking for little ones it’s absolutely perfect on its own.

27. Seafood Ravioli

Last but not certainly not least, last up on our list we have selected seafood ravioli (see also ‘36 Of The Tastiest Ravioli Fillings You Need To Try‘).

A slight alternative to traditional Italian ravioli, this recipe incorporates a seafood twist that’s perfect for those who love nothing more than seafood.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is The Most Traditional Italian Pasta?

As we’re sure that you’ll have already guessed from the list that we have shared above, there are plenty of different Italian pasta dishes that are prepared both in Italy and elsewhere in the world.

To give you an idea of what some of the most popular traditional Italian pasta dishes are, they include the following pasta dishes:

What Is The Best Italian Pasta Ever?

This is a great question! Whether you’re a home cook looking for some new pasta recipes to add to your cookbook, or you’re planning a dream trip to Italy and want to make sure that you try some of the most delicious and authentic pasta dishes – there are many different delicious pasta dishes that will give you a taste of Italy.

Even though there are many types of pasta dishes that we’re sure are deserving of the title of “best Italian pasta”, by far one of the most popular and celebrated Italian pasta recipes is authentic, classic bolognese.

Although, if you’re in the mood for something a little creamier, we’re sure that you’ll love indulging in some cheesy carbonara.

What Are The Most Popular Pasta Dishes?

As you will have been able to see from our list above, pasta is an extremely popular and versatile type of food.

So much so, that there are a variety of different pasta dishes to choose from that suit a range of tastes, preferences and occasions.

When it comes to popularity? Well, it’s hard to say what the most popular types of pasta dishes are because taste is determined by subjectivity.

However, some of the most crowd pleasing pasta dishes are bolognese, fettuccine and carbonara. 

Wrapping Up

Now, over to you! After taking the time to read through our list of the most delicious Italian pasta dishes, we hope that you’ve found a recipe or two that you’d like to make for yourself and your family.

From simple tomato pasta dishes like Cacio e Pepe, all the way to good for the soul favorites such as cheese fettuccine, there’s a recipe above to suit every preference and occasion. 

The only question left to ask is, which Italian pasta dishes are you going to make for yourself?

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27 Delicious And Easy Italian Pasta Dishes! 

27 Delicious And Easy Italian Pasta Dishes! 

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