40 Pasta Recipes Perfect for Spring Suppers

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40 Pasta Recipes Perfect for Spring Suppers2/40 Shrimp Puttanesca 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp Puttanesca Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I throw together these bold ingredients for a feisty seafood pasta. —Lynda Balslev, Sausalito, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup shrimp mixture: 228 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 579mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein. 3/40 Spaghetti Sauce Without Meat 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spaghetti Sauce Without Meat Recipe photo by Sarah Tramonte for Taste of Home Total

Time 3 hours 35 min Servings 2 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my tomatoes ripen, the first things I make are BLTs and this homemade spaghetti sauce. —Sondra Bergy, Lowell, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 133 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. 4/40 Authentic Pasta Carbonara 17 Reviews Authentic Pasta Carbonara Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I learned on my culinary internship in Tuscany that real Italian cuisine is

simpler than you think!

simpler than you think! This carbonara is quick, simple and delicious, just the way they like it in Italy. —Lauren Brien-Wooster, South Lake Tahoe, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 353 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 326mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. 5/40 Cashew-Chicken Rotini Salad 40 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chris Kessler For Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve tried many chicken salad recipes over the years, but this is my very favorite. It’s fresh, fruity and refreshing, and

the cashews add wonderful crunch

the cashews add wonderful crunch. Every time I serve it at a potluck or picnic, I get rave reviews—and ( always come home with an empty bowl! —Kara Cook, Elk Ridge, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 661 calories, 37g fat (6g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 451mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 4g fiber), 23g protein. 6/40 Summer Orzo Salad 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Summer Orzo Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m always looking for fun ways to use the fresh veggies that come

in my Community Supported Agriculture box, and this summer orzo salad is one of my favorite creations. I like to improvise with whatever I have on hand, so feel free to do the same here! —Shayna Marmar, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 291 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 501mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein. 7/40 Vegetarian Pad Thai 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vegetarian Pad Thai Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a simple pad thai

loaded with crisp vegetables and zesty flavor

loaded with crisp vegetables and zesty flavor. It’s quick, simple, and fresh-tasting. —Colleen Doucette, Truro, Nova Scotia Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 339 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 8/40 Shrimp Asparagus Pasta 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Asparagus ‘n’ Shrimp with Angel Hair Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We’ve all heard that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, so when I plan a romantic dinner, this shrimp asparagus pasta

with angel hair is one dish I like to serve

with angel hair is one dish I like to serve. It is easy on the budget and turns out perfectly for two. —Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-3/4 cups: 488 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 584mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. 9/40 Special Sesame Chicken Salad 12 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Dan Roberts For Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 22 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With its delicious mix of crunchy peanuts, tangy dried cranberries and mandarin oranges, this colorful Asian chicken salad

is a definite crowd-pleaser

is a definite crowd-pleaser. Water chestnuts and a teriyaki dressing give this main dish its Asian flare. —Carolee Ewell, Santaquin, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 302 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 358mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein. 10/40 Curry Shrimp Linguine 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Curry, cilantro and coconut milk make this dish an exciting change of pace. It’s also good with Thai rice noodles or spaghetti. —Jana Rippee, Casa Grande, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 406 calories,

8g fat (4g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 313mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. 11/40 Spinach Manicotti 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 7 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I invite people to dinner, many have started requesting this pasta bake ahead of time because it’s that good. Plus, the manicotti is stuffed before it’s cooked, making it even more convenient. —Christy Freeman, Central Point, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 2 stuffed manicotti shells: 363 calories, 16g fat (8g

It’s a satisfying meal that feels upscale, but will fit just about any budget

saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 822mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein. 12/40 Bistro Mac & Cheese 40 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bistro Mac & Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to serve this mac & cheese with a salad and crusty bread. It’s a satisfying meal that feels upscale, but will fit just about any budget. And because the Gorgonzola is so mild in this dish, even the kiddos will go for it. —Charlotte Giltner, Mesa, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1

I serve it with asparagus, rolls and fruit

cup: 468 calories, 22g fat (14g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 649mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. 13/40 Garlic Salmon Linguine 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The garlic-seasoned main dish calls for handy pantry ingredients, including pasta and canned salmon. I serve it with asparagus, rolls and fruit. —Theresa Hagan, Glendale, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 489 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 693mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. 14/40 Loaded Chicken Carbonara Cups 2 Reviews Test

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch

Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Spaghetti cupcakes with a chicken carbonara twist make for a tasty, fun family dinner. Whole wheat pasta and reduced-fat ingredients make these quick and easy little pasta cakes nutritional winners, too. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 2 pasta cups: 266 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 553mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch. 15/40 Hurry-Up Ham N Noodles 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of

It is super for a luncheon or anytime I’m in a hurry

Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This basic hearty dish is ready to serve in almost the time it takes cook the noodles. It is super for a luncheon or anytime I’m in a hurry. — Lucille Howell, Portland, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 619 calories, 43g fat (25g saturated fat), 193mg cholesterol, 1154mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein. 16/40 Shrimp with Orzo and Feta 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp with Orzo and Feta Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tender, hearty and flavorful, this recipe is one of my favorites! Garlic and a splash of lemon add to the fresh taste and heart-healthy benefits of shrimp. —Sarah Hummel, Moon Township, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 406 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 180mg cholesterol, 307mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 9g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat. 17/40 Ginger Veggie Brown Rice Pasta 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Once I discovered brown rice pasta, I never looked back

Once I discovered brown rice pasta, I never looked back. Tossed with ginger, bright veggies and rotisserie chicken, it tastes like a deconstructed egg roll! —Tiffany Ihle, Bronx, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 270 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat. 18/40 Double Jack Mac 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Double Jack Mac Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This spicy mac and cheese recipe

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