Quick and easy pasta recipes
Being a mom means embracing the moments that matter the most and making them your own. The food you prepare for your loved ones sets the tone for cherished moments at the dinner table. So discover the joy of easy pasta dishes that are quick, delicious, and hassle-free. Perfect for busy weeknights, last-minute gatherings, or special holidays with friends and family, these recipes transform simple ingredients into irresistible meals in no time.
Easy pasta bake recipes
Oven-baked pasta makes a perfect centerpiece for family dinner or a gathering with friends. These dishes combine comforting flavors with quick and easy preparation and are simply delicious. What’s more, they’re easily adaptable. By changing up the veggies, adjusting the seasonings, and even trying different shapes of pasta, you make it special by embracing the flavors your family loves best.
Quick Béchamel Pasta with Chicken
A comforting Quick Béchamel Pasta with Chicken is a delicious way toeveryone at the table. This quick recipe blends tender chicken with our velvety Puck Béchamel Sauce with Cheese and sautéed eggplant, zucchini, corn, and mushrooms. These vegetables (or your choice of other family favorites) add earthy sweetness and a satisfying crunch your family will adore. This dish is topped with a golden crust for a delightful contrast. Your cheesy, freshly baked pasta dish will be ready for everyone to enjoy in just 30 minutes.
Lamb Moussaka Pasta Bake
Delight your loved ones with a fusion of Greek and Middle Eastern flavors. Our easy Lamb Moussaka Pasta Bake, ready in just half an hour, substitutes traditional potatoes with penne pasta to create a cheesy, aromatic dish sure to warm hearts around the family table. Succulent lamb mince, fragrant spices, and tender eggplant are enhanced with our Puck Béchamel Sauce with Cheese and Puck Shredded Creamy Mozzarella Cheese. With its golden-brown, gooey cheese layer, this pasta bake will be a go-to dish they’ll ask for again and again.
Quick chicken and pasta recipes
Chicken and pasta go perfectly together. Whether covered in a creamy sauce, baked and full of cheese, or mixed with colorful vegetables, these quick chicken and pasta recipes are perfect for inspiring special moments on even your busiest days.
Chicken Pasta with Béchamel Sauce
Chicken Pasta with Béchamel Sauce offers an easy way to enjoy the best of Italian and French traditions. Our creamy Puck Béchamel Sauce with Cheese adds a luscious layer of flavor to a savory mix of tender grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and whole wheat fettuccine. Best of all, it comes together in just 30 minutes, so you can focus more on what matters most — quality time with your loved ones.
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
One of the best-known pasta dishes is also one of the quickest. Try our 30-minute Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, where golden-brown chicken is paired with tender fettuccine and our smooth Puck Cooking Cream. The luscious Alfredo sauce is cheesy and creamy; just top with a touch of fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, and your family will enjoy a winning meal in minutes. Bring ease to your day and warmth to their hearts with the ultimate Italian comfort food.
Cheesy Chicken Rigatoni Bake
Bring smiles to the table with this quick and easy Cheesy Chicken Rigatoni Bake. It starts with our creamy Puck Béchamel with Cheese, mixed with a bit of mustard for a hint of savory sharpness. Then, steamed broccoli and green peas are added, bringing delightful color and a nourishing twist. It’s all deliciously topped off with Shredded Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese Mix. You can always make it special with your own combination of veggies, cheeses, and pasta type. Ideal after a busy day, this creamy dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
Take the stress out of meal prep with our homemade Chicken and Broccoli Pasta. Covered in luscious, melted cheese, it features juicy chicken and fresh broccoli sautéed in butter. Mix it with spaghetti, then add extra zing with garlic and a dash of your family’s preferred level of chili flakes for heat. You can top it with Puck Shredded Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese Mix or make it your own with whatever melt-in-your-mouth cheese you have on hand. It takes only half an hour to prepare a dish that will have everyone come back for seconds.
Easy recipes for pasta salad
Moms who cherish precious time with their loved ones will appreciate this collection of time-saving pasta salad recipes. Keep them on hand when you want to create a memorable meal with a few simple ingredients. Smaller pasta shapes, such as fusilli, penne, and farfalle, are ideal for both warm and cold pasta salads. Here are some of our favorite ideas for quick meals or light dinners that bring happiness to the family table.
Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Feta Cheese
Take a much-deserved break and treat your family to a refreshing Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Feta Cheese. Nutritious and delicious, the recipe combines penne pasta with tangy Puck® Premium Cubed Feta Cheese, crisp green kale, a vibrant rainbow of bell peppers, and juicy red cherry tomatoes. A zesty homemade lemon and red vinegar dressing adds the final touch. Ready in minutes, this fresh pasta salad is perfect on its own for lunch with your loved ones or as a side dish for dinner.
Pesto Pasta Salad
Pesto Pasta Salad livens up everyday meals and festive occasions alike. Savory roast beef, tangy Puck® Premium Cubed Feta Cheese, sweet peas, and creamy green basil pesto are tossed with fusilli pasta, which holds the sauce beautifully. Let this recipe inspire you to create variations to suit your family’s preferences —and save time using ingredients you already have on hand. For instance, you can swap the roast beef with grilled chicken strips, and use fresh broccoli instead of peas. No fusilli pasta? Farfalle, with its delightful bow-tie shape, makes a great substitute. No matter how you choose to make it special, it takes only 30 minutes to create a nourishing family favorite.
Cottage Cheese Pasta Salad
Even when time is limited, you can still create a wholesome and nutritious meal for your loved ones. That’s where Cottage cheese pasta salad comes in, offering a smooth and creamy combination of cottage cheese, playfully shaped farfalle pasta, juicy cocktail tomatoes, buttery avocado, and your choice of fresh herbs. For a beautiful and extra-savory finish, top it with toasted pumpkin seeds and black olives. Count on this quick, easy dinner or lunch to bring smiles all around.
Easy salmon pasta recipes
Discover fast and simple dishes that combine pasta with rich flavors, delicious salmon, and creamy sauces. All these family-friendly recipes are quick to prepare with simple ingredients, making them ideal for taking the stress out of a busy day. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, your love will shine through with every bite.
Salmon and Broccoli Pasta
Go green with this colorful combination of pan-fried salmon and earthy broccoli. Our Salmon and Broccoli Pasta has a creamy lime sauce made with Puck Cooking Cream, fresh basil, tender salmon fillets, and crisp broccoli florets. It is perfect for a fun family dinner or a cozy treat when you want to give your loved ones something easy but special. This dish will quickly become a star in Mom’s recipe lineup.
Salmon and Leek Pasta
This irresistibly comforting Salmon and Leek Pasta combines tender salmon, sweet leeks, crisp red peppers, and juicy cherry tomatoes in a creamy cheese sauce. The secret to breezy preparation is Puck Four Cheese Sauce, an instant luscious base for the pan-fried salmon. This combination pairs beautifully with fettuccine, but other long pastas like tagliatelle or spaghetti are also great options. Does your family enjoy extra-rich pasta dishes? You can thicken the sauce by letting it simmer a little longer, then sprinkle their favorite cheese on top. As a mom, you know how to make it special for the ones you love.
Smoked Salmon Pasta
Busy mothers count on time-saving dishes to create warm mealtime memories with ease. Smoked Salmon Pasta has everything your family loves: tender pasta, rich smoked salmon, and Parmesan all come together in a velvety cream sauce starring our Puck Cooking Cream. With a touch of tangy Dijon mustard and add-ins like sweet sun-dried tomatoes, spring onions, and garlic, it will soon become a regular go-to in your recipe rotation.
Learn about different types of pasta
Pasta comes in many shapes and sizes, each with its own unique features. Dive into the world of pasta and discover the best ways to enjoy it in your family’s favorite dishes.
Spaghetti, with its long, thin strands, is a versatile pasta that everyone loves. Busy moms turn to it for many classic recipes, including that kids’ favorite, spaghetti and meatballs. Spaghetti’s slender shape ensures a perfect balance of pasta and sauce in every bite. Spaghetti also stars in classic dishes like Easy Spaghetti Bolognese and Spaghetti Aglio e olio (garlic and olive oil).
Elbow pasta is like a warm hug — no wonder it’s a classic in comfort dishes like Quick Mac and Cheese. Its short, curved tubes hold onto cheeses, sauces, and dressings beautifully, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether baked in a casserole or mixed into a creamy dish, elbow pasta is a favorite for the people you cherish most.
Lasagna sheets are broad and flat, perfect for layering different fillings in the beloved classic, Easy Beef Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce. Meaty Bolognese, creamy béchamel, and gooey mozzarella cheese are just some of the most popular ingredients to layer. Lasagna can also be rolled up into cannelloni and stuffed to hold rich, savory fillings like ground beef, fresh vegetables, and tangy ricotta. Let lasagna sheets inspire you with possibilities — when it comes to delighting your loved ones, there are no rules!
Fettuccine is a versatile choice for busy moms. These flat, thick ribbons of pasta are ready to serve in minutes with a simple sauce and a bit of grated cheese. And their broad surface is great for holding thicker sauces. Make family time special with Fettuccine Alfredo, a popular favorite for pasta lovers of all ages.
Penne pasta is a great choice for your family’s favorite pasta bakes and hearty, chunky sauces. With its round, hollow shape and ridges, penne holds sauces both inside and out. The sturdy shape ensures that any penne dish can be customized to your family’s liking. Whether they prefer their pasta al dente or tender, this pasta maintains its shape and texture during both baking and boiling. Let penne inspire you to create delicious moments your loved ones will treasure.