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All 16 Pasta recipes: times, yield and first ingredients

Bowtie Pasta With Chicken, Broccoli, and Feta: This yummy dish provides a tasty way to get your children to eat broccoli. Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 15 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 1 C pasta, 1 C sauce, 1½ Tbsp feta. Calories: 421. Ingredients begin: 2 C dry whole-wheat bowtie pasta (farfalle) (8 oz).
Buttons and Bows Pasta: This light and lemon-y meal is a refreshing change to the same old pasta. Prep time: 5 minutes. Cook time: 20 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 2 C pasta and vegetables. Calories: 329. Ingredients begin: 2 C dry whole-wheat bowtie pasta (farfalle) (8 oz).
Classic Macaroni and Cheese: This recipe proves you don't have to give up your favorite dishes to eat heart healthy meals—here's a lower fat version of a true classic. Prep time: 5 minutes. Cook time: 40 minutes. Yields: 8 servings. Serving Size: 1 C pasta. Calories: 200. Ingredients begin: 2 C macaroni.
Cold Fusilli Pasta With Summer Vegetables: A whole new twist on pasta salad!. Prep time: 20 minutes. Cook time: 10 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: about 1½ C pasta. Calories: 418. Ingredients begin: 8 oz whole-wheat fusilli (spiral) pasta.
Heavenly Chicken With Angel Hair Pasta: A mildly spicy sauce complements this simple, but heavenly, chicken and pasta dish. Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 15 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: about 2 C pasta and chicken. Calories: 452. Ingredients begin: 1 C onion, finely chopped.
Lemon and Garlic Pasta With Pan-Seared Scallops: For a delicious and quick meal, this pasta and scallops dish will hit the spot. Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: 10 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 4 scallops, 1 C pasta. Calories: 376. Ingredients begin: 1 large lemon, grated for zest (and freshly squeezed for 2 Tbsp lemon juice).
Linguini With Clam Sauce: A simple, yet timeless classic. Prep time: 20 minutes. Cook time: 20 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 2½ C pasta. Calories: 476. Ingredients begin: 12 oz whole-wheat linguini.
Mediterranean Pork Penne: If this dish isn't simple enough for your children, see the tip below for serving “two ways”. Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: 30 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 2 C pasta and sauce. Calories: 486. Ingredients begin: 2 C dry whole-wheat penne pasta (8 oz).
Mushroom Penne: A mushroom lover’s dish that makes a quick and cozy meal at home or an elegant dish for company. Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 15 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: about 1¼ C pasta. Calories: 418. Ingredients begin: 8 oz whole-wheat penne pasta.
Pasta Caprese: Use the ripest tomatoes to create a fresh pasta sauce for this dish. Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 6 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 2¼ C pasta. Calories: 342. Ingredients begin: 8 oz whole-wheat thin spaghetti.
Pasta Primavera: Pasta, vegetables, and a sprinkle of cheese make this a child-friendly classic that adults will love too. Prep time: 5 minutes. Cook time: 20 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 2 C pasta and vegetables. Calories: 319. Ingredients begin: 8 oz dry whole-wheat spaghetti.
Rotini With Spicy Red Pepper and Almond Sauce: Spicy and crunchy pair together nicely to create this dish's unique sauce. Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 15 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 2 C pasta. Calories: 322. Ingredients begin: 8 oz whole-wheat rotini (spiral) pasta.
Sweet and Sour Seashells: Drain the marinade before serving this dish to lower the fat and sodium—but keep all the great taste. Prep time: 5 minutes. Cook time: 10 minutes. Yields: 9 servings. Serving Size: 1 C pasta, 2 lettuce leaves. Calories: 316. Ingredients begin: 1 lb small seashell pasta (9 C cooked).
Turkey and Beef Meatballs With Whole-Wheat Spaghetti: Easy and delicious—try serving with Parmesan Green Beans. Prep time: 20 minutes. Cook time: 20 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: 4 meatballs, ¾ C pasta, ½ C sauce, 1 tsp cheese, pinch of basil. Calories: 299. Ingredients begin: 8 oz dry whole-wheat spaghetti, 2 C Super Quick Chunky Tomato Sauce, 1 Tbsp fresh basil, rinsed, dried, and chopped (or 1 tsp dried), 4 tsp grated parmesan cheese.
Turkey Bolognese With Shell Pasta: Anise seed makes turkey taste like Italian sausage, with none of the saturated fat; the red wine and dried mushrooms make this a uniquely delicious dish. Prep time: 5 minutes. Cook time: 35 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: about 2 C pasta. Calories: 463. Ingredients begin: 1½ C dry red wine (optional).
Whole-Wheat Bow Tie Pasta With Puttanesca Sauce: Capers, olives, and anchovy paste will make this quick, but rich, sauce a weeknight favorite. Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: 12 minutes. Yields: 4 servings. Serving Size: about 1½ C pasta. Calories: 342. Ingredients begin: 8 oz whole-wheat bow tie pasta (farfalle).

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