Why Pasta Is A Weeknight Superhero

I love pasta!

And I also get sick of making it and eating it.

A blanket of bubbling mozzarella on top of sauced noodles sounded extra comforting on a cold evening.

Chicken-and-Broccoli Skillet Pasta

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Mine raised his eyebrows but ultimately cleaned his plate.

Here are a few guidelines to keep in mind.

But baked pastas also need a melty cheese to bring the dish together.

Southern Living Baked Ziti with Sausage ready to serve

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Whether you like ground sausage,roasted broccoli, or diced red onion (or all of the abovedelicious!

), toss it in there.

Delicious And Easy Baked Pasta Dishes

Make one of these recipes for your next pasta night.

Southern Living Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole baked, garnished, and ready to serve

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