Recipe Roundup: Pasta

Can't get enough pasta? Our recipe editor selects her favorite healthy pasta recipes.

Article By: Leslie Fink, MS, RD

I plan on doing a lot of hiking on vacation to help counter what I perceive will be gluttony. But there’s only so much damage I can do in a week so I’m not too worried. Plus, I have this delicious batch of healthy recipes to get me back on track once I’m home and have a hankering for all things Italian.

Pasta with Broccoli Rabe and Bolognese Sauce
Rich meat sauce together with broccoli’s spicy cousin makes this a terrific, filling main course.

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Penne with Vodka Sauce
This fantastic, healthier version of the restaurant classic doesn’t taste light at all.

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Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo
An amazing, protein-packed remake of a creamy (read: fattening) favorite.

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Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta
A classic combination. Our version brings in whole wheat fusilli and fresh basil. Penne also works well.

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Tomato and Pepper Lasagna
Here’s a comfort food standard with a slightly-gourmet twist. Add spinach or arugula for taste and color.

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Spaghetti with Tomato-Meat Sauce
The sauce is hearty and delicious. Even great spooned over a baked potato or brown rice.

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Linguini with White Wine Clam Sauce
Seems fancy but it’s really simple to prepare. Pour a nice glass of wine and enjoy.

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I love Italian food. It’s my absolute favorite. In fact, I’m headed to Italy soon and I’ve already counted the number of eating opportunities I’ll have during the trip: 24 meals and a minimum of 16 snacks (two per day).

I’m so looking forward to fresh fish, pizza, gelato and local wines, but most of all, I’m thrilled about the pasta-eating possibilities. I like my pasta with red sauce, vodka sauce, pesto, or creamy gorgonzola. I love it with roasted eggplant or garlicky broccoli rabe, spicy sausage or herb-infused meatballs, and almost always with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or a sprinkling of basil ribbons on top. OK, so I like just about everything.

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