Save on Supper: 5-Ingredient Dinners

These family-friendly 5-ingredient pasta dishes can be made in a flash — and for the right price.

By Frank P. Melodia

Spaghetti with Walnuts, Gorgonzola, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Whole-wheat spaghetti makes this dish both rustic and healthy.
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Rotelli with Roasted Asparagus, Chicken, and Lemon Thyme

This zesty lemon-accented dish is easy, elegant, and ready in under 30 minutes!
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Penne with Black Kale, Sausage, and Roasted Peppers

"Pretty good! I added some pepper along with the Parmesan at the end for a little more flavor." -jd0702
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Long Fusilli with Mini Peppers, Zucchini, and Feta

Kalamata olives and feta cheese give this dish a distinctive Greek flair.
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Tortelloni with Butternut Squash, Pancetta, and Sage Butter

There are 600 pasta shapes produced worldwide, but tortelloni may be one of the tastiest! Try the recipe with a pumpkin, cheese, or mushroom variety.
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Spinach Lasagna

"This recipe was excellent and fairly quick to make. I have two children, at the time they were 11 and 1, and they both loved it." –cxk297
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Cavatelli with Eggplant, Sausage, and Peppers

Vibrant bell peppers and zesty Italian sausage add flavor and color to this easy pasta recipe.
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Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

Using items already in your pantry, you can make this easy pasta dish in no time.
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Ravioli with Roasted Squash and Sage Brown Butter

Starting with store-bought ravioli makes this an easy pasta recipe for busy nights.
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Penne with Escarole, White Beans, and Toasted Breadcrumbs

Tasty beans and greens add flavor and nutrition to this simple pasta recipe.
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Fettuccine with Charred Grape Tomato-Basil Marinara

Broiled grape tomatoes and fresh herbs gives this easy pasta recipe a flavor boost.
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