These pasta recipes focus on using wholesome ingredients to create lighter versions of traditional comfort foods.

It’s the ideal dinner to throw together when you’re tired but still want a flavor-packed meal.

There’s no reason pasta salad has to thud onto plates. A few tweaks — like outside-the-box shapes, livelier dressings and loads of vegetables — will make for a vibrant, make-ahead dish that’s anything ...

When the weather turns chilly many of us reach for meals that feel warm and comforting. Pasta is one of those dishes that ...

It's a satisfying accomplishment to make your own pasta sauce, whether it's basic seasoned tomato sauce, marinara, Alfredo, or some variation of any of those. But let's face it: There isn't always ...

What could be better than colorful corkscrew pasta tossed with salami, cheese, olives, veggies and a garlicky, herby, lemon dressing? Not much. This is, quite possibly, the best pasta salad you will ...

Since asparagus is in-season right now, De Laurentiis makes sure to make the most of it. “When asparagus is in season, it has such a great savory and freshly sweet flavor, so I love to add it in just ...

Pasta — in any form — is a dish that everyone loves. There's just something about the warm and cozy feeling of a bowl of baked penne with bubbling mozzarella cheese, or classic spaghetti and meatballs ...

Canned goods collections sometimes spring out of nowhere. One day you have a single can of black beans, the next day you have an entire pantry shelf dedicated to preserved foods. And although you may ...

To make great pasta, it helps to know a few key numbers: • For most recipes, plan about 4 ounces of pasta per serving. So a 1-pound box will make four servings. • To dress pasta, plan for about 3 cups ...

Traditional recipes are a great way to share and pass down cultural and culinary customs. But food, like language, is a ...