There’s no better feeling than serving up a big pot of pasta to your family and friends. As a meal that never fails, you just know they will love it. But if you’re looking to surprise with your next spaghetti dish, these creative takes on everyone’s favourite pasta will take your mid-week meals to a whole new level. Whether you’re looking for a healthy wholemeal option or are adopting a meat-free mantra, you’re sure to find a recipe that will please every time.
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Spaghetti carbonara
This spaghetti carbonara recipe requires just a few ingredients. It’s low in effort and high in flavour.
Easy slow-cooker bolognese sauce
Let dinner take care of itself.
Spaghetti marinara
Seafood and eat it!
One pot spaghetti meatballs
On top of spaghettiiii, all covered with cheese. I lost my poor meatball, when somebody sneezed.
Italian meatballs
Reconnect with childhood memories and sit down with a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs.
Slow-cooked bolognese
Slow cook this family favourite to really intensify the flavours.
Zucchini spaghetti with baked fetta and chickpea croutons
It’s like the viral pasta recipe you’ve heard so much about but low-carb.
Spaghetti carbonara
This authentic Italian spaghetti carbonara uses egg yolks to achieve its iconic silky texture.
Spaghetti with chilli garlic prawns
A perfect marriage of flavours!
Pasta ‘bolognese’ your way
Try one, then try them all.
Pumpkin spaghetti with creamy bacon sauce
This recipe is great for those who are trying to reduce carbs from their diet.
Mediterranean eggplant pasta cake
A Mediterranean classic dish that looks and tastes delicious.
Spaghetti with garlic, oil and chilli
Camping food doesn’t need to be complicated or boring! This quick and simple pasta is easy to whip up at the campground.
Spaghetti with mushrooms and breadcrumbs
This comforting mushroom pasta with breadcrumbs is perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
Wholemeal spaghetti with green lentils, mushrooms and parsley butter
Keep healthy and satisfied with this wholemeal spaghetti with green lentils, mushrooms and parsley butter.
Crab and zucchini spaghetti
Replace carb-heavy spaghetti with thinly-sliced zucchini for a fresh twist on a classic crab pasta that takes no time to prepare.
Spaghetti with artichokes, asparagus and peas
Enjoy the bounty of spring with this delicious pasta which takes advantage of in-season asparagus, pea, and artichoke.
Chilli, lemon and garlic spaghetti
This light pasta dish can be ready in just half an hour, making it a great choice for midweek dinners.
Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds
This delectable vegetarian pasta is packed with mushrooms, pecorino and crunchy almonds. Delish! It’s also good for diabetics.
Spinach and broccolini pasta with rocket and walnut pesto
A tasty vegetarian pasta dish.
Kale, chilli and parmesan pasta
This kale, chilli and parmesan pasta is packed with bags of flavour and heat, and makes for a quick and nutritious dinner idea!
Calamari spaghettini
Tender, perfectly cooked calamari is beautiful tossed through light spaghettini to create this divine seafood pasta dish. Cooked with a zesty sauce, it’s perfect for light dinner any time of year.
Summer spaghetti with peas and ham
Enjoy the classic pea and ham combo in a tasty, light summer pasta.
Pasta bianco
Pasta bianco literally means white pasta, as it is cooked without tomatoes. lt’s a really cheap and simple dish but has a beautiful silky texture and is full of flavour.
Spaghetti bolognese
Everyone has their favourite spag bol recipe and it’s usually the first ever main dish we learn to cook. This one is simple but classic and ideal for the rookie chef in your family when it’s their turn to make dinner.
Pasta with mushrooms and lentils
Perfect for dinner or lunch this pasta dish takes less than half an hour to make. It’s a healthy vegetarian option, filled with tasty mushrooms and lentils.
Garlic prawn, white wine and rocket spaghetti
Packed full of flavour, this tasty prawn pasta dish, tossed in a fragrant white wine sauce, is quick to make and is perfect for a romantic night-in.
Sicilian spaghetti
Like a spaghetti pie with an eggplant, parmesan and breadcrumb crust, this Sicilian spaghetti is rich, earthy and very satisfying. Perfect for filling up on a cold evening or for lunch after a stiff weekend walk.
Spaghetti with anchovies and garlic breadcrumbs
Simple and delicious, this pasta dish can be on the dinner table in just half an hour. Don’t be frightened of the anchovies; topped with the garlic breadcrumbs, they give a wonderful flavour.
Smoked salmon spaghetti with pea pesto
Simple yet special, the ideal dish to serve up to friends when you’re celebrating in a relaxed style.
Wholemeal vegetable spaghetti with garlic crumbs
This scrummy and healthy wholemeal spaghetti with broccolini and garlic crumbs is a great for a weeknight dinner. One of those meals that makes you feel good while it does you good!
Zesty lemon and rocket pesto spaghetti
A fresh and vibrant zesty lemon and rocket pesto spaghetti from Australian Women’s Weekly.
Spaghetti with meatballs & cherry tomatoes
Dish up this classic kids’ favourite for dinner and watch them devour it. Spaghetti and meatballs is well loved for good reason.
Spelt spaghetti with cherry tomato sauce and vongole
Vongole (clams) will need to soak in salted water for 30 minutes before starting this recipe. Fast-cooking clams are packed with a good dose of iron, B vitamins and the mineral chronium, which the body needs to regulate blood glucose levels. Note
Spaghetti with tomato and white bean sauce
Make the sauce a day ahead; store, covered, in the refrigerator. Beans are an Italian staple and are often served with spaghetti in the same dish. Note
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