Easy Pasta Sauce Recipes – Quick Meals Everyone Will Enjoy

Discover delicious and easy-to-make recipes using Pasta Sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.

Recipes with Pasta Sauce

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Chicken Francese

Chicken Francese is a classic Italian-American dish with tender, egg-dipped chicken cutlets in a tangy lemon-butter and white wine sauce. Often served with pasta or bread, it balances crisp texture with rich, citrusy flavor.

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Pesto Pasta

The vibrant green pesto evenly coats each strand of pasta, its bright color instantly whetting the appetite. The first bite is bursting with the fresh, herbaceous aroma of basil, followed by the nutty flavor of pine nuts that slowly unfolds in the mouth. The savory cheese adds a richness, while the subtle spiciness of black pepper subtly enhances the umami. The pasta is cooked to a perfect chewy texture, sliding smoothly into the mouth with its delicate pesto sauce. The sweetness of the spinach balances the richness of the sauce, making each bite refreshing and flavorful. This simple pesto pasta delivers a truly blissful experience, so delicious you can't stop eating it!

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Short Ribs Spaghetti

A bold fusion pasta where tender short ribs meet an aromatic mix of green onion and sliced garlic, brought together with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, crushed chillies, and a touch of sugar, then finished with black pepper and a shower of grated parmesan. A fusion spaghetti cooked with Asian condiments.

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Chicken Alfredo

Seared, spice-rubbed chicken breast sliced and served over pasta tossed in a silky sauce of sautéed garlic, onion, butter, heavy cream and melted cheese, finished with a splash of pasta water for extra creaminess.

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Spaghetti Bolognese

This classic Italian spaghetti bolognese dish features springy pasta paired with rich and aromatic bolognese sauce. The meat sauce is sautéed with minced garlic and onions, then beef is added and cooked until well-seasoned. It is then paired with cherry tomatoes, tomato paste and sauce to bring out the rich tomato flavor. Fresh basil, red wine and olive oil are then added to enhance the flavor, and finally a little butter is added to make the sauce smoother. The whole dish is rich and layered, full of classic Italian flavors and brings a heart-warming satisfaction.

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Sour and fragrant Yunnan-style small pot rice noodles

Lately, I've been eating too much pasta and really wanted a change. Yunnan rice noodles are like Chongqing hotpot—the flavor is ingrained in the local culture. A trip to Yunnan is guaranteed to hook you; you'll crave it every day! To recreate the Yunnan taste, the local sauces and pickled vegetables are the soul of the dish! The tangy pickled vegetables mixed with the rich sauce, combined with the aroma of meat, are irresistible. Picking up a mouthful of rice noodles, each strand is coated in the thick sauce. Slurping them down, they're soft, chewy, and the savory, spicy, and sour sauce explodes on your tongue. The crisp, sour pickled vegetables cut through the richness of the minced meat. Then, a bite of a poached egg soaked in broth—layers of sour, spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavors unfold, warming you from your tongue to your stomach. Finally, I've satisfied my craving for Yunnan rice noodles!

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Sichuan Bacon Pistachio Carbonara

Dive into a bowl of creamy comfort with this Sichuan-style twist on the classic carbonara. Each forkful offers silky pasta enveloped in a rich, nutty sauce — subtly buttery and golden — thanks to the pistachio butter and egg-cheese emulsion. Crisp, smoky Sichuan bacon adds a deep savoury crunch and a hint of Sichuan character, while the scattered strands of Parmigiano Regiano melt into the sauce, stitching everything together with salty, aromatic cheese notes. The black pepper brings a gentle sharpness that cuts through the richness, making every bite balanced and satisfying. Light enough for a cosy dinner, yet indulgent enough to feel like a treat — this carbonara re-imagined brings a comforting warmth with a pinch of adventure.

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Lemon and Caper Salmon Linguine

Lemon and Caper Salmon Linguine is a delightful pasta dish that combines tender salmon with the bright flavors of lemon and the briny notes of capers. The creamy sauce, infused with garlic and a hint of white wine, perfectly coats the linguine, making it a harmonious blend of rich and fresh tastes. This recipe is both elegant and straightforward, ideal for a special dinner or a comforting weeknight meal.