When you want a comforting bowl of noodles you need something that just hits the spot every single time. The food network test kitchen folks pulled together a bunch of dishes that always get top marks from home cooks. Whether you need a quick weeknight bite or a big baked casserole for a crowd these meals totally deliver. Grab your favorite pot because we are looking at some real crowd pleasers today.
Baked feta pasta
The hollow tube noodles soak in all that delicious sauce and cheesy mozzarella so every bite is just packed with taste. Mixing sweet Italian sausage with ground beef makes it a super filling casserole. Definitely a go-to recipe when you’re hosting a massive family dinner party at your place.
Cacio e uova
You mix grated cheese with eggs and starchy pasta water to create a rich sauce while butter adds extra flavor. It is a fantastic vegetarian option. The dish gets finished off with hard boiled eggs for a really fun texture.
Baked mostaccioli
The tubular pasta holds onto all that yummy sauce and melted mozzarella so every bite stays super flavorful. Using both ground beef and sweet Italian sausage turns this into a total comforting casserole. It’s easily one of the best meals to bring to a large family gathering or potluck.
Classic macaroni and cheese
If you add some juicy sliced tomatoes and toasted breadcrumbs on top you get this insane crunch that makes the whole meal totally irresistible. It is pure comfort food. Kids and adults will happily eat every single bite and leave the bowl completely empty.
Real meatballs and spaghetti
When you cook these moist meatballs nice and slow in rich red sauce with tomatoes the flavor is unreal. Just remember to stack a massive pile of freshly shaved cheese over it before you eat. It really brings all the simple flavors together fast.
Spaghetti aglio e olio
This classic garlic and olive oil pasta is totally customizable so you can easily add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick. It is so easy. You can throw this together in minutes when you are too tired to cook anything complicated.
Chicken tetrazzini
A creamy white bechamel sauce forms the base of this incredibly rich and satisfying baked chicken dish. You mix it with garlicky mushrooms before baking it until the breadcrumbs on top get nice and golden.
Healthy pasta with spicy crab
Crab meat is great because it has lots of protein and low fat to balance the carbs for a lighter dish. It is a top tier choice when you want a satisfying dinner that won’t make you feel bloated.
Pantry pasta
You can customize this versatile dish with whatever random ingredients you happen to find hiding in your kitchen cabinets. It saves you a trip to the grocery store. Tossing together some olives and jarred artichoke hearts with pesto creates a surprisingly delicious meal.
Buffalo chicken macaroni
Mixing two main fan favorites into one dish makes a spicy and gooey masterpiece that satisfies every craving. It takes the well-known heat of buffalo wings and blends it into a thick cheese sauce for a really great dinner.
