29 Fall Pasta Recipes for the Ultimate Comfort Meal

Pasta is an absolute must-have in any kitchen, but it especially shines during the chillier months. There’s an undeniable magic to pasta that turns it into the ultimate comfort food for cold weather. Indulging in a creamy, cheesy sauce or a rich and flavorful one is the perfect way to embrace the season. Whether you’re craving a luscious cream-based dish or a tangy tomato-infused one, whether you’re in the mood for a stovetop creation or a delightful baked pasta recipe, rest assured you’ll never tire of these fall pasta recipes which you’ll want to dive into all year round!

Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi

Many easy garlic tomato shrimp scampi recipes call for wine, but do you really need to add it? Is there a wine substitute you can add to this seafood pasta dinner recipe instead? The following recipe proves you don’t need to add wine for a delicious shrimp and tomato dish served with pappardelle pasta.
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One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

Try this taco macaroni and cheese, which combines the best of both worlds with Mexican and Italian flavors in every bite. With a cooking time of just 30 minutes in a single Dutch oven, this dish is perfect for those cooler months when you’re in the mood for something hearty and warming.
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Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms

This slow cooker beef and noodles with mushrooms is the ultimate winter comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. With a delicious combination of beef, mushrooms, and egg noodles in a creamy mushroom soup sauce, this easy crockpot recipe is a great option for busy weeknights.
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Pasta Da Vinci

Make this delicious Cheesecake Factory copycat pasta da vinci at home with your Instant Pot. You won’t be disappointed with this simple chicken-based pasta dish that tastes just like the restaurant version.
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Spicy Shrimp Pasta with Bloody Mary Vodka Sauce

This spicy shrimp pasta is perfect. Whichever brand of spaghetti you prefer, this recipe is a great way to use it. This spicy shrimp pasta will soon become a favourite meal. The Bloody Mary vodka sauce is perfect on this spicy shrimp pasta.
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Beef Braciole

This savory dish, featuring a stuffed and rolled steak smothered in tomato sauce, is a timeless classic that pairs perfectly with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a side of vegetables, making it the perfect centerpiece for a Sunday family dinner.
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Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole

This fiesta chicken pasta casserole bake features a delicious blend of chicken, corn, black beans, and Mexican-inspired seasonings. Whether you’re using a rotisserie or leftover chicken, this southwest-style casserole will surely become a family favorite!
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Easy Pink Pasta

This pink pasta sauce isn’t just easy to make with alfredo sauce and tomatoes. It’s delicious and turns your spaghetti a shade of pink!
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Baked Feta Pasta

This baked feta pasta dish is the perfect combination of creamy, tangy feta cheese and sweet, juicy tomatoes. It’s quick and easy to make, and sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!
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Mushroom Ragu

Elevate your pasta game with this delicious and flavorful mushroom ragu vegan pasta sauce, made with garlic, wine, herbs, and a variety of fresh vegetables. This homemade spaghetti sauce is perfect for vegans or anyone who loves a hearty and healthy meal, and is sure to become your new favorite meatless ragu recipe.
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Smoked Italian Pasta Salad

Add some smoky flavour to your favorite pasta salad with this delicious smoked Italian pasta salad recipe. Packed with pepperoni, salami, mozzarella cheese, and a pepperoncini dressing, it’s the perfect dish for your summer BBQ.
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Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, try making this one-pot Penne Rosa Pasta with a creamy tomato sauce. This comforting and filling Italian dish is both tasty and satisfying, and perfect for those who love a little spice in their meal.
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Pesto Fettuccini with Bolognese Sauce

Indulge in a delicious homemade Italian pasta dinner with pesto fettuccini and Bolognese sauce, bursting with fresh veggies in every bite. This hearty dish, featuring a homemade beef Bolognese meat sauce and fettuccine pasta, will satisfy your cravings for a flavorful Italian meal.
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Ham Provolone Rosettes

If you’re looking for an easy and aesthetically pleasing dish, try making Italian baked ham provolone rosettes. These adorable little pasta pinwheels, filled with ham, provolone, and parmesan, are easy to assemble and delicious, making them a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese with Pancetta

Elbow noodles pair up with gouda cheese, white cheddar, garlic, pancetta or bacon, shallots, and more, to create this seriously impressive dish.
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Instant Pot Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta

This flavourful Instant Pot buttery lemon chicken pasta is well worth making. It’s a dish including pasta with zucchini and squash as well as chicken. The taste is both light and hearty and there are many ways to tweak the recipe, adding your own personal touches.
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One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

This easy taco pasta is wonderful for dinner and it’s one of the best skill pasta dinner ideas I’ve found. Beef, onion and garlic are dominating flavours in this creamy taco pasta with macaroni noodles.
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Instant Pot Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

This is an easy Instant Pot pasta recipe that the whole family will LOVE and this mac and cheese recipe is always a hit. Don’t worry about making too much, because this macaroni Instant Pot recipe is terrific as leftovers the next day.
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Instant Pot Blackened Chicken Alfredo

Fans of pasta, especially chicken alfredo lovers, are going to enjoy this Instant Pot blackened chicken alfredo. It’s an easy Instant Pot dinner which doesn’t take long to prepare or cook. This one pot blackened chicken pasta dinner in an Instant Pot will be a family favourite.
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Bucatini Cacio e Pepe

This bucatini cacio e pepe is a classic Italian pasta dish that’s made with thick pasta, two types of cheeses, and two other easy ingredients! Ready to enjoy in just 25 minutes from start to finish!
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Tortellini Alla Panna

Tortellini alla panna is a simple, mouthwatering Italian pasta dish that covers store-bought tortellini in a homemade creamy parmesan sauce! Take your first bite of this incredible dinner recipe in just over 30 minutes!
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Chicken Pasta

Chicken Pasta is creamy and ultra cheesy. It is a family friend, quick meal making it the perfect option for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Instant Pot Spaghetti

Classic spaghetti, made in the Instant Pot! My Instant Pot Spaghetti recipe is as easy as 1,2,3! Requiring simple, kitchen staple ingredients and minimal prep, you can sit back and let the instant pot do all the work for you! Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Beef Enchilada Pasta

This pasta dish is so easy! Mix this up for a meal that is comfort food worthy and has the delicious spicy vibes of enchiladas. Serve this with a side salad for an easy weeknight meal.
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Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Creamy lemon pasta with shrimp makes for a succulent dinner that is sure to satisfy. Use papparadelle pasta for wide ribbons that always hit the spot.
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Butter Poached Lobster Pasta

What could be better than butter poached lobster for a fancy at home feast? Add pasta for a delicious dinner that rivals the best restaurant meal.
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Creamy Bowtie Asparagus Pasta

Add something wonderful to your next pasta dinner by adding tender and tasty chunks of fresh asparagus to creamy sauce with bowtie noodles. I know you are going to love how this dish turns out.
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Chicken Chorizo Pasta

Shredded chicken, spicy chorizo, cream cheese and pasta come together to make one of the best dishes you will have all week! This is such a good dinner option that the entire family will want seconds of.
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Cajun Salmon Pasta

Make an easy weeknight meal with this creamy salmon pasta. It has plenty of veggies in the mix to make a one dish dinner for busy nights.
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