13 Incredibly Authentic Italian Pasta Recipes That You Should Make NOW!

These pasta recipes will satisfy your cravings for Italian food in the easiest yet best way. And no, you won't need special tools or tons of ingredients (it's really possible to cook without cream and butter!)

1. Pasta alla carbonara

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A few ingredients and 15 minutes of your time is all you need to make this filling and delicious traditional Italian pasta. Get the recipe.

2. Pasta alla Norma

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Eggplants, tomatoes, garlic and olive oil: the ingredients you need to bring this Sicilian pasta on your table. Get the recipe.

3. Pasta cacio e pepe

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One of Rome’s traditional pasta dishes, ready in less than 15 minutes. Rewarding and fulfilling. Get the recipe.

4. Lasagne

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This is how Italians make their lasagna. Do you accept the challenge? Get the recipe.

5. Spaghetti all'amatriciana

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This pasta comes together quickly and tastes delicious: just use good ingredients and you're ready to go! Get the recipe.

6. Homemade gnocchi

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Make these easy potato gnocchi at home, season to your taste and you'll get a real Italian pasta dish. Get the recipe.

7. Pasta arrabbiata

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Arrabbiata means "angry" and guess what? This pasta contains so much hot pepper you'll become red like when you're angry. Get the recipe.

8. Pasta puttanesca

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A simple recipe, Italian cuisine at its best with anchovies, capers and black olives. Get the recipe.

9. Spaghetti aglio e olio (garlic and oil spaghetti)

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One of the most basic pasta recipes: it's all about garlic, red pepper and olive. Get the recipe.

10. Pasta pesto

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Pesto is one of the most famous Italian sauces and if you make it at home it's way better than the shop-bought. Get the recipe.

11. Pasta al ragù

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Bolognese ragù is an art and it requires patience and love but the result is stunning. Get the recipe.

12. Ravioli with 5 cheeses

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Spend some time in the kitchen, make your own ravioli and season them with butter and Parmesan cheese. Get the recipe.

13. Linguine with shellfish

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With this step-by-step recipe, you'll be able to make delicious linguine with shellfish like a real Italian. Get the recipe.