1. Bring a large pot of salted boiling water to a boil. Cook penne according to package directions, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot. 2. Meanwhile, make pesto: ...

Nutritionist, mom and cookbook author Robin Miller knows a few things about making a great meal. Pasta is a perennial favorite because it's inexpensive, quick to make and endlessly adaptable. Her ...

Chilled and refreshing, this satisfying pasta salad is loaded with tender rotisserie chicken, crispy bacon, and juicy cherry tomatoes for the ideal dinner (or hearty lunch) on a warm summer day. The ...

There are two kinds of pasta salad in this world. The first — made with al dente noodles, excellent olive oil, well-seasoned vegetables and fresh herbs — is a dish as noble as any. Then, there is the ...

I’ve met many a pasta salad I don’t like, but once I started making my own, I became a pasta salad devotee. I’m not a creamy dressing person (mayo is a major no), so the traditional macaroni salads of ...

If you love a classic Caesar salad but want something with more volume and nutrition, this creamy Caesar pasta salad is calling your name. It combines tender penne, crisp romaine and a smooth and ...

Cook pasta according to package directions in well seasoned boiling water until al dente. Drain pasta and set aside. In a food processor, place the cilantro and spinach and process until chopped into ...

This Mediterranean Pasta Salad packs a lot of amazing flavors into each bite. From the peppery taste of fresh arugula to the salty appeal of Kalamata olives, preserved lemons and feta cheese, there is ...

Creamy bacon ranch pasta salad is full of juicy tomatoes, crunchy onions, soft cheese and topped with salty bacon. Add ...