Spaghetti is one Italian classic that is well-adapted by families around the United States. There are many variations that range from completely homemade pasta and sauces to partially store bought. Keep reading to see some great pasta recipes, regardless of your cooking ability, and learn more about pasta! Read the rest of this entry »

I eat pasta at least once a week, and I can honestly say it’s one of my favorite meals. While I prefer white pasta, now I usually go for wheat. It’s healthier, and it doesn’t taste too bad. The sauce is my favorite part. A creamy white sauce is my favorite, but it’s so fattening. Now I try to make a light red sauce or maybe some type of vegetable sauce. To celebrate this fun food week, check out my 7 favorite pasta recipes after the jump!

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Do you have a favorite pasta shape that you tend to favor over all the others? I know, some pastas are just meant to go with certain dishes, like elbows or shells for Macaroni and Cheese and penne for Mostaccioli – but when you’re just making pasta with a simple sauce, do you usually lean towards long and skinny? short and twisty? small and curvy? Personally, I tend to reach for farfalle (bow ties) the most, I think sauce clings nicely and I enjoy the general shape. I absolutely love angel hair pasta, but for whatever reason, I often forget about its greatness. I rarely, however, crave spaghetti.

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