Barilla Pasta Recipes

By: Harper Lane

Break Studios Contributing Writer

Barilla pasta recipes are created from pasta and sauces made from the finest ingredients. Barilla pasta is made from the highest-quality durum wheat. Barilla--a family business that began in Parma, Italy in 1877--is the leader of pasta worldwide from the humble beginnings at their bread and pasta shop in Parma to an international business that has over 50 production sites and serves over 125 countries.  

 

Lemon Spaghetti

  • 1/2 lb. Barilla spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp. chopped basil
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp. lemon zest
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. black pepper
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  1. Set aside the basil and zest. Add the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  2. Cook spaghetti al dente. Drain the pasta well and add to the lemon and cheese mix. 
  3. Blend in the basil and lemon zest. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve this lemony Barilla pasta dish with garlic bread and a fresh leafy salad.

Penne and Spicy Tomato Sauce, Capers and Olives

  • 1 box penne pasta
  • 1 tbsp. chopped basil
  • 2 tbsp. drained capers
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1/3 cup pitted chopped black olives
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. red chili pepper flakes
  • 1 cup Barilla tomato sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  1. Saute ingredients for two minutes. Add the al dente penne pasta to the skillet and mix well.
  2. Serve Barilla penne pasta with garlic rolls and roasted asparagus.

Angel Hair Pasta and Lobster

  • 1 box Barilla angel hair pasta
  • 1 lb. cooked lobster meat
  • 1 tsp. chopped tarragon
  • 1 tbsp. chopped basil
  • 2 tbsp. chopped onions
  • 2 diced plum tomatoes
  • 2 diced garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 tbsp. white wine
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  1. Saute onions, garlic, tomatoes and herbs in olive oil for two minutes. Add al dente angel hair pasta and lobster meat.
  2. Taste test and add any needed ingredients or condiments.
Posted on: Jul. 20, 2010