After long days and busy schedules, dinner should feel comforting, not complicated. This collection of weeknight Italian favorites delivers simple pasta dinners with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Think classic ingredients, straightforward techniques, and dishes that come together quickly yet feel deeply satisfying. These are the kinds of meals that turn ordinary evenings into something warm, familiar, and delicious.

Orecchiette Pasta with Sausage and Tomatoes

Orecchiette Pasta With Sausage And Tomatoes
Orecchiette Pasta with Sausage and Tomatoes: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Easy, simple, and super tasty Orecchiette Pasta with Sausage and Tomatoes will soon be your weeknight go-to dinner recipe. This orecchiette pasta recipe will not disappoint you. Rich in flavor and the perfect comfort food. Get the recipe: Orecchiette Pasta with Sausage and Tomatoes

Cherry Tomato Pasta

Cherry Tomato Pasta
Cherry Tomato Pasta: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Light, vibrant, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this cherry tomato pasta proves that simplicity can be truly satisfying. Made with sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, it captures the essence of fresh, easy family cooking. To learn more: Cherry Tomato Pasta

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Mascarpone Tortellini – Quick Week Night Dinner

Mascarpone Tortellini - A Perfect Dinner
Mascarpone Tortellini : Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

For a quick and delicious school night dinner, try mascarpone tortellini! This dish combines creamy mascarpone cheese with tender cheese tortellini for a comforting, simple meal. Pair it with a light salad to complete the dinner. Get the recipe: Mascarpone Tortellini

Penne Pasta, Peas and Bacon – Easy & The Best!

Penne pasta, peas, and bacon
Penne Pasta, Peas and Bacon: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This quick, easy pasta dish takes as long as it takes to cook the pasta itself. It is a savory combination of sweet green peas with crisp onions and bacon.  A wonderful savory dish that is perfect for any night of the week or a gathering with friends. Get the recipe: Penne Pasta, Peas and Bacon

Bucatini all’Amatriciana

Bucatini all’Amatriciana
Bucatini all’Amatriciana: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Bucatini all’ Amatriciana is probably the most famous pasta of central Italy. Onions, pancetta, tomato, and strong pecorino romano cheese cling to perfectly cooked bucatini pasta. A classic Roman pasta dish, amatriciana requires only a handful of ingredients and comes together quickly. Get the recipe: Bucatini all’Amatriciana

Cacio e Pepe Bucatini – A Roman Tradition

Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
Cacio e Pepe Bucatini: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This cacio e pepe recipe is super easy to make in about 30 minutes with just four ingredients. Creamy, cheesy pasta with freshly grated cheese and freshly cracked black pepper. Get the recipe: Cacio e Pepe Bucatini

Creamy Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Creamy Mushroom Pasta: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This creamy mushroom pasta is a deliciously comforting dish that comes together quickly. Perfect for busy nights when you need dinner on the table soon. It’s a family favorite you’ll repeatedly turn to. Get the recipe: Creamy Mushroom Pasta

Orecchiette With Chickpeas And Zaatar

orecchiette with Chickpeas and Zaatar
Orecchiette With Chickpeas And Zaatar: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

A perfectly cooked orecchiette pasta blended with savory garlic, lemon, chickpeas, spinach, and zaatar with a touch of curry. Trust me, out of this world. All those ingredients marry well, and each bite is infused with flavor. Irresistible is more like it. Get the recipe: Orecchiette With Chickpeas And Zaatar

Penne alla Vodka – Perfection In A Dish

penne alla vodka
Penne alla Vodka: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

How can a dish taste so good and be so easy to make? Nothing says comfort like pasta does. It’s a great dish that can be enjoyed in so many different ways. Get the recipe: Penne alla Vodka

Orecchiette Pasta, Chickpeas, and Cherry Tomatoes

Orecchiette pasta, Chickpeas, and Cherry Tomatoes
Orecchiette Pasta, Chickpeas, and Cherry Tomatoes: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Ready in just 20 minutes, this creamy orecchiette pasta, chickpeas, and cherry tomatoes make weeknight cooking feel effortless and delicious. Bursting with fresh flavor and wholesome ingredients, it’s perfect for a quick dinner or a laid-back gathering. Get the recipe: Orecchiette Pasta, Chickpeas, and Cherry Tomatoes

Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Olives, and Artichokes

penne with tomatoes, olives, and artichokes
Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Olives, and Artichokes: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This Mediterranean-inspired penne pasta with tomatoes, olives, and artichokes bursts with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. The olives and capers add so much flavor to this dish that adding seasonings such as salt and pepper would be excessive. Get the recipe: Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Olives, and Artichokes

Linguine Pasta, Radicchio and Pecorino Romano

Linguine Pasta, Radicchio and Pecorino Roman
Linguine Pasta, Radicchio and Pecorino Romano: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Imagine perfectly cooked linguine mixed with half-cooked radicchio and crunchy half-raw. A layering of sweet and bitter flavor, uplifted by some pungent pecorino cheese. Amazing combination. Get the recipe: Linguine Pasta, Radicchio and Pecorino Romano