6 pasta recipes you'll want to cook right now

Among the different ways of how to cook pasta, you will always find combinations you never would have imagined, or even better, some that you did, but would never dare to propose. That’s why, knowing that there are countless pasta recipes, and that the real recipe you need today is: economical, easy, yielding, and delicious, we wanted to compile our top recipes that offer a great variety of options you can prepare anytime to please any palate, no matter how demanding it is. Of course, you should know that each pasta recipe can be either classic, with high Italian standards, or with that simple homemade touch that any household cooking with grandma's recipes has (which, to be honest, sometimes beats any famous chef). Therefore, if you’re thinking that sometimes it’s not a good time to eat this great delicacy that pairs with everything, really, with everything, we will go from the most basic combinations to the classic way of cooking traditional lasagna or its varieties. Creamy Pasta with ChickenSurely you’ll wonder, why does this pasta recipe have to be on this list? And yes, the answer is very easy and quick: one of the best ways to eat pasta will always be with two extra ingredients: something creamy and a protein (it can be chicken, meat, beef, fish, and many more options). Pasta Salad with Tuna and PeasIndeed, the ways to prepare pasta won’t always be as you imagined, but we assure you that sometimes adding options like canned tuna can be one of the best decisions you make when you need to cook quickly. In fact, this can be a great move when cooking for the little ones at home, as you include vegetables without them noticing it too easily. So far, everything sounds very easy regarding how to cook pasta, right?Cold Elbow Pasta with HamKids, adults, picky eaters, and food lovers will want to try something as simple yet delicious and traditional as this elbow pasta recipe. Who doesn’t remember a homemade recipe from mom? As we said, pasta combinations range from the most complex to the simplest like chopping ham cubes and mixing with mayonnaise and cream, easy?Carbonara PastaYou might think we raised the level too quickly because we are talking about how to cook an Italian-style pasta that clearly has specifications that have evolved over the years, because in ancient times it was cooked with eggs, guanciale, pecorino cheese, salt, and pepper. Guanciale is a piece of pork typical of central Italy. Only if guanciale cannot be found, you can use bacon to prepare the sauce. Pecorino is a variety of cured sheep cheese that adds creaminess to the sauce.So, we recommend you not to stray too far from the recipe; otherwise, your guests won’t believe they are eating a dish with a true touch of Italy. Alfredo Pasta with ShrimpOf course, pasta and seafood are like siblings, and if you know how to choose well, you can achieve delicious options. The proof is undoubtedly this recipe for Alfredo Pasta with Shrimp. Although it sounds like a recipe that could be expensive, nowadays all supermarkets offer varieties of shrimp in different sizes and prices, so pampering the family with a recipe like this can be a great surprise. Just remember one small detail so that your way of cooking Alfredo pasta isn’t a failure: it must be creamy, thick, and with the ideal touch of cheese. Elbow Pasta with CheeseTo be honest, one of the best ways to cook pasta will always be with that unique touch that cheese brings, don’t you think otherwise? Because cheese is like pasta; it pairs with everything and makes you rediscover flavors all the time. A clear example is cooking elbow pasta in a baking dish with manchego cheese, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and letting the oven work its magic to enjoy this delicious dish.Tell us in the comments which pasta you like to prepare the most and which one you would add to our great list.