Italian Sausage Soup with Tomato Pasta
I love quick one-pot dinners that feel like a warm hug—and Italian Sausage Soup with Tomato Pasta is exactly that: cozy, saucy, and ready in about 40 minutes. It combines …
pasta dishes
Crockpot French Onion Pot Roast Pasta
I love recipes that feel like comfort food but come together with very little fuss — this Crockpot French Onion Pot Roast Pasta is one of those. Rich, deeply caramelized …
Chicken Bacon Pasta
Creamy, smoky, and comforting, this Chicken Bacon Pasta hits every weeknight craving with minimal fuss. I’ve made variations of it dozens of times—what started as a last-minute dinner became a …
Italian Meatballs
These Italian meatballs are a weeknight favorite: tender inside, golden outside, and packed with garlic, herbs, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. I’ve made this version dozens of times and usually finish them in …
Easy Beef Tortellini
I love quick, comforting meals, and this Easy Beef Tortellini is one of my go-to weeknight dinners when I want something hearty without fuss. It combines seared ground beef, a …
Butternut Squash & Sausage Gnocchi
This Butternut Squash & Sausage Gnocchi is a cozy, weeknight-friendly dish that balances sweet roasted squash, savory sausage, and pillowy gnocchi in a simple pan sauce. I’ve made it dozens …
Creamy Cottage Cheese Stuffed Shells
Creamy Cottage Cheese Stuffed Shells are a cozy, crowd-pleasing pasta bake that balances a light, tangy filling with melty cheese and warm marinara. I’ve made this dish many times for …
Rigatoni Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce and Sausage
I love a pasta that feels special but comes together fast — this rigatoni with tomato cream sauce and sausage is exactly that. It’s creamy, savory, and bright with tomato, …
Creamy Pesto Lasagna: A Cheesy Vegetarian Twist
Creamy Pesto Lasagna is a rich, herb-forward twist on classic lasagna that swaps tomato sauce for a silky pesto-ricotta layer and extra melty mozzarella. I’ve made this several times for …