ClosePhoto: Jacob FoxEmbrace the flavors of fall with these delicious pasta bakes. Featuring nutritious fall produce like spinach and mushrooms, you’ll love each bite of the warm, cheesy layers. Our dishes like Cheesy Meatball Casserole and Chicken Tinga Baked Pasta deliver mouthwatering and comforting meals that everyone will enjoy.01of 20Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylissThis creamy and flavorful fall pasta bake comes together quickly, thanks to rotisserie chicken and jarred sun-dried tomatoes that flavor the sauce. This easy pasta bake is perfect for feeding a crowd. If you’re watching your sodium, you can cook and shred your own chicken in place of the rotisserie chicken.View Recipe02of 20Chicken Tinga Baked PastaJacob FoxThis spicy baked pasta features leftover chicken tinga, a dish hailing from Puebla, Mexico. The rich tomato-chipotle sauce adds heat and creaminess to the dish.View Recipe03of 20Creamy Lemon & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop stylist: Shell RoysterThis creamy and comforting vegetarian pasta bake is perfect when you want a pasta dinner that is light, bright and flavorful. This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach. Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand. Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking. Depending on your green, you may have to cook it a little bit longer so it’s nice and tender before baking.View Recipe04of 20Baked Tomato, Mushroom & Goat Cheese PastaJason DonnellyCherry tomatoes and mushrooms bake along with goat cheese to form the base of the sauce that cooks the pasta right in the baking dish—no stovetop required.View Recipe05of 20Skillet LasagnaWilliam DickeyThis skillet lasagna takes the hard work of layering the noodles, filling and cheese out of the picture and turns lasagna into a super-easy weeknight meal.View Recipe06of 20Cheesy Meatball CasseroleJen CauseyThis cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.View Recipe07of 20Baked Tomato & Feta PastaJason DonnellyTomatoes and briny feta cheese form the base of the sauce that coats the pasta in this easy one-pan meal. Enjoy on its own as a vegetarian dinner or top with grilled chicken for some extra protein.View Recipe08of 20Ham & Chard Stuffed ShellsIn this healthy stuffed shells recipe, tons of dark leafy chard replaces some of the cheese. Kale and/or collards are good substitutes for the chard as well. Serve with a salad with Italian vinaigrette.View Recipe09of 20One-Pot Cheesy Pasta BakeJennifer Causey; Styling: Heather Chadduck HillegasThis easy skillet pasta bake is a surefire family hit. Pasta and meat sauce topped with mozzarella cheese will make everyone at the table happy, and the all-in-one-pot technique will have the cook smiling pretty. Cooking the pasta in the meat sauce not only lessens the amount of dishes you have to do and the time it takes to get dinner done, but the starches in the pasta thicken the sauce—without you having to do a single extra thing.View Recipe10of 20Sausage & Peppers Baked ZitiThis healthy baked ziti recipe doesn’t require any chopping and is made on the stovetop, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Using whole-wheat pasta adds fiber; opt for penne if whole-wheat ziti is hard to find.View Recipe11of 20Chicken Spaghetti CasserolePhotographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Karen RankinThis chicken spaghetti casserole has a super-creamy sauce that coats pasta, chicken and a generous serving of veggies. Panko gives this family-friendly casserole a bit of crunch on top. Be sure to let it rest for 20 minutes after coming out of the oven. This allows the casserole to cool and also set up nicely before serving.View Recipe12of 20Salmon Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie WorthingtonThis salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.View Recipe13of 20Roasted Vegetable LasagnaRoasted vegetables add tons of hearty flavor to this easy vegetarian lasagna made with jarred pasta sauce.View Recipe14of 20Cheesy Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Claire SpollenThis chicken pasta bake is cheesy with a smoky kick, thanks to the combination of chipotle peppers and smoked Gouda cheese. If you want to mellow the smoky flavor, regular Gouda works just as well. Spray the foil lightly with cooking spray or brush it with a little oil to prevent the cheesy topping from sticking. Serve with a simple side salad or garlic-roasted broccoli.View Recipe15of 20Vegetable Lasagna with White SauceThis vegetable lasagna with white sauce has a velvety sauce with lots of veggies and plenty of cheesy goodness. The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture. This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.View Recipe16of 20Baked ZitiPhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ruth BlackburnFrom saucy noodles to melted cheese, this baked ziti recipe is comfort food at its finest. We like a 50-50 combination of ground beef and Italian turkey sausage, but you can use just 1 pound of either, if you prefer. Rather than using jarred meat sauce, making your own helps cut back on sodium. Fresh basil leaves finish this dish that the whole family will love.View Recipe17of 20Red Bean LasagnaLow-fat cheeses and egg product make this meatless lasagna recipe perfect for a healthy family meal.View Recipe18of 20Sausage, Mushroom & Spinach LasagnaThis cheesy lasagna is full of spicy Italian turkey sausage, whole-wheat noodles, mushrooms and spinach. A serving of this version has about one-third the fat and saturated fat, and only half the calories of the original. Use soy-based sausage for a hearty vegetarian variation.View Recipe19of 20Philly Chicken Cheesesteak CasseroleDiana ChistrugaThis Philly chicken cheesesteak casserole tastes just like the classic sandwich version but in casserole form. We swapped out the beef for ground chicken and added pasta to bring this quick one-skillet dinner together.View Recipe20of 20White Chicken LasagnaThis creamy white chicken lasagna features no-boil noodles and precooked chicken to keep things simple and streamlined. Presliced mushrooms, frozen spinach and preshredded cheese also help shorten the prep time. Make this easy lasagna recipe anytime you’re short on time and have leftover chicken on hand.View RecipeWas this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

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Chicken Tinga Baked Pasta

Embrace the flavors of fall with these delicious pasta bakes. Featuring nutritious fall produce like spinach and mushrooms, you’ll love each bite of the warm, cheesy layers. Our dishes like Cheesy Meatball Casserole and Chicken Tinga Baked Pasta deliver mouthwatering and comforting meals that everyone will enjoy.01of 20Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylissThis creamy and flavorful fall pasta bake comes together quickly, thanks to rotisserie chicken and jarred sun-dried tomatoes that flavor the sauce. This easy pasta bake is perfect for feeding a crowd. If you’re watching your sodium, you can cook and shred your own chicken in place of the rotisserie chicken.View Recipe02of 20Chicken Tinga Baked PastaJacob FoxThis spicy baked pasta features leftover chicken tinga, a dish hailing from Puebla, Mexico. The rich tomato-chipotle sauce adds heat and creaminess to the dish.View Recipe03of 20Creamy Lemon & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop stylist: Shell RoysterThis creamy and comforting vegetarian pasta bake is perfect when you want a pasta dinner that is light, bright and flavorful. This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach. Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand. Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking. Depending on your green, you may have to cook it a little bit longer so it’s nice and tender before baking.View Recipe04of 20Baked Tomato, Mushroom & Goat Cheese PastaJason DonnellyCherry tomatoes and mushrooms bake along with goat cheese to form the base of the sauce that cooks the pasta right in the baking dish—no stovetop required.View Recipe05of 20Skillet LasagnaWilliam DickeyThis skillet lasagna takes the hard work of layering the noodles, filling and cheese out of the picture and turns lasagna into a super-easy weeknight meal.View Recipe06of 20Cheesy Meatball CasseroleJen CauseyThis cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.View Recipe07of 20Baked Tomato & Feta PastaJason DonnellyTomatoes and briny feta cheese form the base of the sauce that coats the pasta in this easy one-pan meal. Enjoy on its own as a vegetarian dinner or top with grilled chicken for some extra protein.View Recipe08of 20Ham & Chard Stuffed ShellsIn this healthy stuffed shells recipe, tons of dark leafy chard replaces some of the cheese. Kale and/or collards are good substitutes for the chard as well. Serve with a salad with Italian vinaigrette.View Recipe09of 20One-Pot Cheesy Pasta BakeJennifer Causey; Styling: Heather Chadduck HillegasThis easy skillet pasta bake is a surefire family hit. Pasta and meat sauce topped with mozzarella cheese will make everyone at the table happy, and the all-in-one-pot technique will have the cook smiling pretty. Cooking the pasta in the meat sauce not only lessens the amount of dishes you have to do and the time it takes to get dinner done, but the starches in the pasta thicken the sauce—without you having to do a single extra thing.View Recipe10of 20Sausage & Peppers Baked ZitiThis healthy baked ziti recipe doesn’t require any chopping and is made on the stovetop, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Using whole-wheat pasta adds fiber; opt for penne if whole-wheat ziti is hard to find.View Recipe11of 20Chicken Spaghetti CasserolePhotographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Karen RankinThis chicken spaghetti casserole has a super-creamy sauce that coats pasta, chicken and a generous serving of veggies. Panko gives this family-friendly casserole a bit of crunch on top. Be sure to let it rest for 20 minutes after coming out of the oven. This allows the casserole to cool and also set up nicely before serving.View Recipe12of 20Salmon Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie WorthingtonThis salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.View Recipe13of 20Roasted Vegetable LasagnaRoasted vegetables add tons of hearty flavor to this easy vegetarian lasagna made with jarred pasta sauce.View Recipe14of 20Cheesy Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Claire SpollenThis chicken pasta bake is cheesy with a smoky kick, thanks to the combination of chipotle peppers and smoked Gouda cheese. If you want to mellow the smoky flavor, regular Gouda works just as well. Spray the foil lightly with cooking spray or brush it with a little oil to prevent the cheesy topping from sticking. Serve with a simple side salad or garlic-roasted broccoli.View Recipe15of 20Vegetable Lasagna with White SauceThis vegetable lasagna with white sauce has a velvety sauce with lots of veggies and plenty of cheesy goodness. The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture. This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.View Recipe16of 20Baked ZitiPhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ruth BlackburnFrom saucy noodles to melted cheese, this baked ziti recipe is comfort food at its finest. We like a 50-50 combination of ground beef and Italian turkey sausage, but you can use just 1 pound of either, if you prefer. Rather than using jarred meat sauce, making your own helps cut back on sodium. Fresh basil leaves finish this dish that the whole family will love.View Recipe17of 20Red Bean LasagnaLow-fat cheeses and egg product make this meatless lasagna recipe perfect for a healthy family meal.View Recipe18of 20Sausage, Mushroom & Spinach LasagnaThis cheesy lasagna is full of spicy Italian turkey sausage, whole-wheat noodles, mushrooms and spinach. A serving of this version has about one-third the fat and saturated fat, and only half the calories of the original. Use soy-based sausage for a hearty vegetarian variation.View Recipe19of 20Philly Chicken Cheesesteak CasseroleDiana ChistrugaThis Philly chicken cheesesteak casserole tastes just like the classic sandwich version but in casserole form. We swapped out the beef for ground chicken and added pasta to bring this quick one-skillet dinner together.View Recipe20of 20White Chicken LasagnaThis creamy white chicken lasagna features no-boil noodles and precooked chicken to keep things simple and streamlined. Presliced mushrooms, frozen spinach and preshredded cheese also help shorten the prep time. Make this easy lasagna recipe anytime you’re short on time and have leftover chicken on hand.View RecipeWas this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

Embrace the flavors of fall with these delicious pasta bakes. Featuring nutritious fall produce like spinach and mushrooms, you’ll love each bite of the warm, cheesy layers. Our dishes like Cheesy Meatball Casserole and Chicken Tinga Baked Pasta deliver mouthwatering and comforting meals that everyone will enjoy.

01of 20Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylissThis creamy and flavorful fall pasta bake comes together quickly, thanks to rotisserie chicken and jarred sun-dried tomatoes that flavor the sauce. This easy pasta bake is perfect for feeding a crowd. If you’re watching your sodium, you can cook and shred your own chicken in place of the rotisserie chicken.View Recipe02of 20Chicken Tinga Baked PastaJacob FoxThis spicy baked pasta features leftover chicken tinga, a dish hailing from Puebla, Mexico. The rich tomato-chipotle sauce adds heat and creaminess to the dish.View Recipe03of 20Creamy Lemon & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop stylist: Shell RoysterThis creamy and comforting vegetarian pasta bake is perfect when you want a pasta dinner that is light, bright and flavorful. This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach. Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand. Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking. Depending on your green, you may have to cook it a little bit longer so it’s nice and tender before baking.View Recipe04of 20Baked Tomato, Mushroom & Goat Cheese PastaJason DonnellyCherry tomatoes and mushrooms bake along with goat cheese to form the base of the sauce that cooks the pasta right in the baking dish—no stovetop required.View Recipe05of 20Skillet LasagnaWilliam DickeyThis skillet lasagna takes the hard work of layering the noodles, filling and cheese out of the picture and turns lasagna into a super-easy weeknight meal.View Recipe06of 20Cheesy Meatball CasseroleJen CauseyThis cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.View Recipe07of 20Baked Tomato & Feta PastaJason DonnellyTomatoes and briny feta cheese form the base of the sauce that coats the pasta in this easy one-pan meal. Enjoy on its own as a vegetarian dinner or top with grilled chicken for some extra protein.View Recipe08of 20Ham & Chard Stuffed ShellsIn this healthy stuffed shells recipe, tons of dark leafy chard replaces some of the cheese. Kale and/or collards are good substitutes for the chard as well. Serve with a salad with Italian vinaigrette.View Recipe09of 20One-Pot Cheesy Pasta BakeJennifer Causey; Styling: Heather Chadduck HillegasThis easy skillet pasta bake is a surefire family hit. Pasta and meat sauce topped with mozzarella cheese will make everyone at the table happy, and the all-in-one-pot technique will have the cook smiling pretty. Cooking the pasta in the meat sauce not only lessens the amount of dishes you have to do and the time it takes to get dinner done, but the starches in the pasta thicken the sauce—without you having to do a single extra thing.View Recipe10of 20Sausage & Peppers Baked ZitiThis healthy baked ziti recipe doesn’t require any chopping and is made on the stovetop, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Using whole-wheat pasta adds fiber; opt for penne if whole-wheat ziti is hard to find.View Recipe11of 20Chicken Spaghetti CasserolePhotographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Karen RankinThis chicken spaghetti casserole has a super-creamy sauce that coats pasta, chicken and a generous serving of veggies. Panko gives this family-friendly casserole a bit of crunch on top. Be sure to let it rest for 20 minutes after coming out of the oven. This allows the casserole to cool and also set up nicely before serving.View Recipe12of 20Salmon Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie WorthingtonThis salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.View Recipe13of 20Roasted Vegetable LasagnaRoasted vegetables add tons of hearty flavor to this easy vegetarian lasagna made with jarred pasta sauce.View Recipe14of 20Cheesy Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Claire SpollenThis chicken pasta bake is cheesy with a smoky kick, thanks to the combination of chipotle peppers and smoked Gouda cheese. If you want to mellow the smoky flavor, regular Gouda works just as well. Spray the foil lightly with cooking spray or brush it with a little oil to prevent the cheesy topping from sticking. Serve with a simple side salad or garlic-roasted broccoli.View Recipe15of 20Vegetable Lasagna with White SauceThis vegetable lasagna with white sauce has a velvety sauce with lots of veggies and plenty of cheesy goodness. The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture. This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.View Recipe16of 20Baked ZitiPhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ruth BlackburnFrom saucy noodles to melted cheese, this baked ziti recipe is comfort food at its finest. We like a 50-50 combination of ground beef and Italian turkey sausage, but you can use just 1 pound of either, if you prefer. Rather than using jarred meat sauce, making your own helps cut back on sodium. Fresh basil leaves finish this dish that the whole family will love.View Recipe17of 20Red Bean LasagnaLow-fat cheeses and egg product make this meatless lasagna recipe perfect for a healthy family meal.View Recipe18of 20Sausage, Mushroom & Spinach LasagnaThis cheesy lasagna is full of spicy Italian turkey sausage, whole-wheat noodles, mushrooms and spinach. A serving of this version has about one-third the fat and saturated fat, and only half the calories of the original. Use soy-based sausage for a hearty vegetarian variation.View Recipe19of 20Philly Chicken Cheesesteak CasseroleDiana ChistrugaThis Philly chicken cheesesteak casserole tastes just like the classic sandwich version but in casserole form. We swapped out the beef for ground chicken and added pasta to bring this quick one-skillet dinner together.View Recipe20of 20White Chicken LasagnaThis creamy white chicken lasagna features no-boil noodles and precooked chicken to keep things simple and streamlined. Presliced mushrooms, frozen spinach and preshredded cheese also help shorten the prep time. Make this easy lasagna recipe anytime you’re short on time and have leftover chicken on hand.View Recipe

01of 20Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylissThis creamy and flavorful fall pasta bake comes together quickly, thanks to rotisserie chicken and jarred sun-dried tomatoes that flavor the sauce. This easy pasta bake is perfect for feeding a crowd. If you’re watching your sodium, you can cook and shred your own chicken in place of the rotisserie chicken.View Recipe

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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Chicken Pasta Bake

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayliss

a recipe photo of the Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Chicken Pasta

This creamy and flavorful fall pasta bake comes together quickly, thanks to rotisserie chicken and jarred sun-dried tomatoes that flavor the sauce. This easy pasta bake is perfect for feeding a crowd. If you’re watching your sodium, you can cook and shred your own chicken in place of the rotisserie chicken.

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02of 20Chicken Tinga Baked PastaJacob FoxThis spicy baked pasta features leftover chicken tinga, a dish hailing from Puebla, Mexico. The rich tomato-chipotle sauce adds heat and creaminess to the dish.View Recipe

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Chicken Tinga Baked Pasta

Jacob Fox

This spicy baked pasta features leftover chicken tinga, a dish hailing from Puebla, Mexico. The rich tomato-chipotle sauce adds heat and creaminess to the dish.

03of 20Creamy Lemon & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop stylist: Shell RoysterThis creamy and comforting vegetarian pasta bake is perfect when you want a pasta dinner that is light, bright and flavorful. This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach. Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand. Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking. Depending on your green, you may have to cook it a little bit longer so it’s nice and tender before baking.View Recipe

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Creamy Lemon & Spinach Pasta Bake

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop stylist: Shell Royster

a recipe photo of the Creamy Lemon Spinach Pasta Bake

This creamy and comforting vegetarian pasta bake is perfect when you want a pasta dinner that is light, bright and flavorful. This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach. Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand. Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking. Depending on your green, you may have to cook it a little bit longer so it’s nice and tender before baking.

04of 20Baked Tomato, Mushroom & Goat Cheese PastaJason DonnellyCherry tomatoes and mushrooms bake along with goat cheese to form the base of the sauce that cooks the pasta right in the baking dish—no stovetop required.View Recipe

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Baked Tomato, Mushroom & Goat Cheese Pasta

Jason Donnelly

Baked Tomato, Mushroom & Goat Cheese Pasta

Cherry tomatoes and mushrooms bake along with goat cheese to form the base of the sauce that cooks the pasta right in the baking dish—no stovetop required.

05of 20Skillet LasagnaWilliam DickeyThis skillet lasagna takes the hard work of layering the noodles, filling and cheese out of the picture and turns lasagna into a super-easy weeknight meal.View Recipe

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Skillet Lasagna

William Dickey

skillet lasagna

This skillet lasagna takes the hard work of layering the noodles, filling and cheese out of the picture and turns lasagna into a super-easy weeknight meal.

06of 20Cheesy Meatball CasseroleJen CauseyThis cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.View Recipe

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Cheesy Meatball Casserole

Jen Causey

cheesy meatball casserole

This cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.

07of 20Baked Tomato & Feta PastaJason DonnellyTomatoes and briny feta cheese form the base of the sauce that coats the pasta in this easy one-pan meal. Enjoy on its own as a vegetarian dinner or top with grilled chicken for some extra protein.View Recipe

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Baked Tomato & Feta Pasta

Baked Tomato & Feta Pasta

Tomatoes and briny feta cheese form the base of the sauce that coats the pasta in this easy one-pan meal. Enjoy on its own as a vegetarian dinner or top with grilled chicken for some extra protein.

08of 20Ham & Chard Stuffed ShellsIn this healthy stuffed shells recipe, tons of dark leafy chard replaces some of the cheese. Kale and/or collards are good substitutes for the chard as well. Serve with a salad with Italian vinaigrette.View Recipe

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Ham & Chard Stuffed Shells

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In this healthy stuffed shells recipe, tons of dark leafy chard replaces some of the cheese. Kale and/or collards are good substitutes for the chard as well. Serve with a salad with Italian vinaigrette.

09of 20One-Pot Cheesy Pasta BakeJennifer Causey; Styling: Heather Chadduck HillegasThis easy skillet pasta bake is a surefire family hit. Pasta and meat sauce topped with mozzarella cheese will make everyone at the table happy, and the all-in-one-pot technique will have the cook smiling pretty. Cooking the pasta in the meat sauce not only lessens the amount of dishes you have to do and the time it takes to get dinner done, but the starches in the pasta thicken the sauce—without you having to do a single extra thing.View Recipe

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One-Pot Cheesy Pasta Bake

Jennifer Causey; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

One-Pot Cheesy Pasta Bake

This easy skillet pasta bake is a surefire family hit. Pasta and meat sauce topped with mozzarella cheese will make everyone at the table happy, and the all-in-one-pot technique will have the cook smiling pretty. Cooking the pasta in the meat sauce not only lessens the amount of dishes you have to do and the time it takes to get dinner done, but the starches in the pasta thicken the sauce—without you having to do a single extra thing.

10of 20Sausage & Peppers Baked ZitiThis healthy baked ziti recipe doesn’t require any chopping and is made on the stovetop, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Using whole-wheat pasta adds fiber; opt for penne if whole-wheat ziti is hard to find.View Recipe

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Sausage & Peppers Baked Ziti

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This healthy baked ziti recipe doesn’t require any chopping and is made on the stovetop, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Using whole-wheat pasta adds fiber; opt for penne if whole-wheat ziti is hard to find.

11of 20Chicken Spaghetti CasserolePhotographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Karen RankinThis chicken spaghetti casserole has a super-creamy sauce that coats pasta, chicken and a generous serving of veggies. Panko gives this family-friendly casserole a bit of crunch on top. Be sure to let it rest for 20 minutes after coming out of the oven. This allows the casserole to cool and also set up nicely before serving.View Recipe

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Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Karen Rankin

Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

This chicken spaghetti casserole has a super-creamy sauce that coats pasta, chicken and a generous serving of veggies. Panko gives this family-friendly casserole a bit of crunch on top. Be sure to let it rest for 20 minutes after coming out of the oven. This allows the casserole to cool and also set up nicely before serving.

12of 20Salmon Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie WorthingtonThis salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.View Recipe

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Salmon Noodle Casserole

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie Worthington

a recipe photo of the Salmon Noodle Casserole

This salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.

13of 20Roasted Vegetable LasagnaRoasted vegetables add tons of hearty flavor to this easy vegetarian lasagna made with jarred pasta sauce.View Recipe

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Roasted Vegetable Lasagna

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Roasted vegetables add tons of hearty flavor to this easy vegetarian lasagna made with jarred pasta sauce.

14of 20Cheesy Chicken Pasta BakePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Claire SpollenThis chicken pasta bake is cheesy with a smoky kick, thanks to the combination of chipotle peppers and smoked Gouda cheese. If you want to mellow the smoky flavor, regular Gouda works just as well. Spray the foil lightly with cooking spray or brush it with a little oil to prevent the cheesy topping from sticking. Serve with a simple side salad or garlic-roasted broccoli.View Recipe

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Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen

a recipe photo of the Cheesy Chicken Pasta Bake

This chicken pasta bake is cheesy with a smoky kick, thanks to the combination of chipotle peppers and smoked Gouda cheese. If you want to mellow the smoky flavor, regular Gouda works just as well. Spray the foil lightly with cooking spray or brush it with a little oil to prevent the cheesy topping from sticking. Serve with a simple side salad or garlic-roasted broccoli.

15of 20Vegetable Lasagna with White SauceThis vegetable lasagna with white sauce has a velvety sauce with lots of veggies and plenty of cheesy goodness. The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture. This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.View Recipe

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Vegetable Lasagna with White Sauce

Vegetable Lasagna with White Sauce

This vegetable lasagna with white sauce has a velvety sauce with lots of veggies and plenty of cheesy goodness. The layers of butternut squash give the dish a sweet and creamy flavor and texture. This vegetarian lasagna packs comfort in every bite.

16of 20Baked ZitiPhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ruth BlackburnFrom saucy noodles to melted cheese, this baked ziti recipe is comfort food at its finest. We like a 50-50 combination of ground beef and Italian turkey sausage, but you can use just 1 pound of either, if you prefer. Rather than using jarred meat sauce, making your own helps cut back on sodium. Fresh basil leaves finish this dish that the whole family will love.View Recipe

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Baked Ziti

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ruth Blackburn

a recipe photo of the Baked Ziti

From saucy noodles to melted cheese, this baked ziti recipe is comfort food at its finest. We like a 50-50 combination of ground beef and Italian turkey sausage, but you can use just 1 pound of either, if you prefer. Rather than using jarred meat sauce, making your own helps cut back on sodium. Fresh basil leaves finish this dish that the whole family will love.

17of 20Red Bean LasagnaLow-fat cheeses and egg product make this meatless lasagna recipe perfect for a healthy family meal.View Recipe

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Red Bean Lasagna

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Low-fat cheeses and egg product make this meatless lasagna recipe perfect for a healthy family meal.

18of 20Sausage, Mushroom & Spinach LasagnaThis cheesy lasagna is full of spicy Italian turkey sausage, whole-wheat noodles, mushrooms and spinach. A serving of this version has about one-third the fat and saturated fat, and only half the calories of the original. Use soy-based sausage for a hearty vegetarian variation.View Recipe

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Sausage, Mushroom & Spinach Lasagna

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This cheesy lasagna is full of spicy Italian turkey sausage, whole-wheat noodles, mushrooms and spinach. A serving of this version has about one-third the fat and saturated fat, and only half the calories of the original. Use soy-based sausage for a hearty vegetarian variation.

19of 20Philly Chicken Cheesesteak CasseroleDiana ChistrugaThis Philly chicken cheesesteak casserole tastes just like the classic sandwich version but in casserole form. We swapped out the beef for ground chicken and added pasta to bring this quick one-skillet dinner together.View Recipe

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Philly Chicken Cheesesteak Casserole

Diana Chistruga

Philly Chicken Cheesesteak Casserole

This Philly chicken cheesesteak casserole tastes just like the classic sandwich version but in casserole form. We swapped out the beef for ground chicken and added pasta to bring this quick one-skillet dinner together.

20of 20White Chicken LasagnaThis creamy white chicken lasagna features no-boil noodles and precooked chicken to keep things simple and streamlined. Presliced mushrooms, frozen spinach and preshredded cheese also help shorten the prep time. Make this easy lasagna recipe anytime you’re short on time and have leftover chicken on hand.View Recipe

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White Chicken Lasagna

White Chicken Lasagna

This creamy white chicken lasagna features no-boil noodles and precooked chicken to keep things simple and streamlined. Presliced mushrooms, frozen spinach and preshredded cheese also help shorten the prep time. Make this easy lasagna recipe anytime you’re short on time and have leftover chicken on hand.

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