Why do we love pasta? It's versatile, delicious, family-friendly, filling and makes for great leftovers. In fact what's not to love about this must-have pantry staple?
And as if pasta wasn't already fabulous enough, supermarket pasta aisles are now lined with new varieties of pasta. Whether you follow a gluten-free diet or are just interested in including more protein or fibre in your meals, there's a pasta for you. Experiment with noodles made from lentils, chickpeas, or even spiralled vegetables like zucchini and carrot, to see which ones you like best.
A helpful tip for alternative pastas? Mix and match with different sauces. For example, a pasta with a more neutral flavour can taste best with a richer sauce, whereas a more pronounced grain or legume flavour pairs well with a tomato based sauce.
From classic pasta bake to penne with spinach and sausage, these seven delicious dinner recipes are sure to make it into your weekly rotation. Buon appetito!
And as always, don't forget to track and save your favourites in the WeightWatchers app!