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Lightened Up Spaghetti Pie

By Courtney 337 Comments

So tonight’s dinner? Oh lawdy…where do I even begin?

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For the past week (at least) I’ve been waiting for an opportunity to cook up a real dinner, and tonight I finally got my chance. I was browsing around in our fridge to see what we had on hand that I could incorporate with a box of this Barilla PLUS spaghetti.

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I was sent a few boxes of the Barilla PLUS pasta a couple of weeks ago and had been eager to try it out ever since. So after rounding up a few key ingredients, and remembering an idea I had not too long ago, I threw caution to the wind and did a little experimenting.

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Gosh, I love it when experiments turn out even better than you hoped for. Winking smile

This was my first-ever attempt at a “spaghetti pie,” but I can now tell you that this is one of the best things going. Seriously. It almost reminded me of a cheesy pasta dish, slash pizza, slash lasagna all rolled into one…and who doesn’t like that?

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To balance out the pasta and cheese in this dish, I made sure to add plenty of fresh veggies and some chopped up chicken sausage for added protein. When they came together?

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Well, it was like heaven on a plate.

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I honestly didn’t measure much of anything while I was making this, but here’s a compilation of what I’m pretty sure is about the same.

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Lightened Up & Loaded Spaghetti Pie

  • Prep Time: 15-20 minutes, including pasta cook time
  • Bake Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 a box (about 7 ounces) dry Barilla PLUS spaghetti
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten,
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 chicken sausages, cooked & chopped (flavor of your choice – I used Al Fresco roasted garlic)
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 3-4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1-1/2 cups marinara sauce (I used Trader Joe’s)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded, part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray.
  2. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions; drain, rinse, and be sure to remove any excess water. Place in a large bowl and toss with egg and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Press spaghetti into bottom and up sides of prepared pie plate.
  3. Spray a medium non-stick skillet with non-stick cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add chopped peppers and onions, stirring occasionally until slightly translucent, about 5 minutes. Add chopped chicken sausage and continue cooking another 3-5 minutes. Add fresh spinach leaves, cover, and allow to cook until spinach is wilted, another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir peppers, onions, chicken sausage, and spinach. Add marinara sauce, oregano, and basil. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Spoon ricotta cheese over the spaghetti crust and spread evenly. Add the chicken sausage mixture on top of ricotta cheese layer. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through. Remove and allow to sit about 10 minutes before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

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August 22, 2012 Filed Under: Dinner, Giveaways, Recipes Tagged With: al fresco chicken sausage, Barilla PLUS giveaway, Barilla Plus pasta, easy pasta recipes, healthy spaghetti pie recipe, lightened up and loaded spaghetti pie

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Heather@YSP says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:33 pm

    It might be boring, but my favorite pasta is either just with a little butter, or maybe tossed in olive oil with roasted garlic.
    Reply
  2. Emily says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:34 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with turkey meatballs and tomato sauce or avocado sauce!
    Reply
    • jill says

      August 23, 2012 at 9:39 am

      Avocado sauce???? ::heads directly to Google::
      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 23, 2012 at 10:07 am

        I loosely follow Oh She Glow's recipe for her 15 avocado cream sauce. I just blend an avocado with a little olive oil, lemon juices, pepper and garlic! It's Sooo good!
        Reply
  3. Amy says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    I love a simple marinara sauce with spicy sausage !
    Reply
  4. Holly says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    I love pasta with a TON of sauce, topped with a grilled chicken breast and parmesan cheese. :)
    Reply
  5. Sara @ Magia e Pasta says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    So glad this is what I imagined it was on Twitter!!!! This looks amazing. My favorite way to do spaghetti is a la Bolognese, but this will definitely have to make it into the rotation.
    Reply
  6. Caitlin says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    I love penne pasta with my mum's meatballs. She stuffs the inside with small chunks of mozzarella cheese :)
    Reply
  7. Sana says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    Wow, spaghetti pie looks awesome! I love making stuffed shells!
    Reply
  8. Juli says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    Bow tie pasta with rappini and italian sausage !
    Reply
  9. Kate says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    my dad makes pasta with basically any spices in the cabinet, but it always turns out delicious! maybe that's just because all food tastes better when someone else makes it ;)
    Reply
  10. Amanda says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:36 pm

    It may sound a little typical but my favorite way to eat pasta is spaghetti with meatballs and broccoli! I could literally eat it almost every day!
    Reply
  11. Courtney says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:36 pm

    wow! that looks amazing! i do love a good marinara but as weird as it sounds. cold spaghetti with ranch dressing. kinda like pasta salad. sounds weird, I know! loved it when i was little :)
    Reply
  12. Brittany says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:38 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta has definitely got to be tossed with olive oil, salt, pepper, garden fresh tomatoes and basil!
    Reply
  13. Alexa says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    that looks HEAVENLY! i must try it. my favorite way to eat pasta now is with marinara sauce and ground turkey meatballs!
    Reply
  14. Yoojin says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    I love spicy marinara with brussel sprouts, spinach, mushrooms, and peppers!
    Reply
  15. Renee says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:40 pm

    I love a simple pasta with veggies and cheese. Your spaghetti pie looks fantastic!
    Reply
  16. Sara P. says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:43 pm

    I love to roast tomatoes and other fresh veggies and add a little parm. Perfect summer dish!
    Reply
  17. renae says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:45 pm

    Love using whole grain pasta to make pasta bakes for family dinners. :)
    Reply
  18. Erin S. says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:45 pm

    I actually ate Barilla Whole Grain spaghetti last night for dinner! I threw some tomato pasta sauce and turkey meatballs in there; it was a winner haha.
    Reply
  19. Jessica says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:46 pm

    That looks so yummy!! My favorite way to have pasta is with homemade meatballs!! I am definitely going to have to try this "spaghetti pie" though! :)
    Reply
  20. Naomi says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:48 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with this vodka pasta sauce I recently discovered. Delicious! And this spaghetti bake looks awesome! I can't wait to try it :)
    Reply
  21. Nicole says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:48 pm

    I love making homemade mac and cheese with whole grain pasta and baking it in the oven to get the cheese nice and crispy on top!
    Reply
  22. Min says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    This looks so delicious, Courtney! I've made something like this for potluck before and was a huge success ;). Oh goodness..my fav way to eat pasta...this one's a toughy. How can I possibly choose? Since it's summer, I've been loving cold pasta salad with chicken breast, all sorts of veggies, evoo, lemon juice..so refreshing
    Reply
  23. Meghan says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:54 pm

    Barilla PLUS is my go to pasta!
    Reply
  24. Miranda says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:56 pm

    I love it plenty of sauce and meatballs!
    Reply
  25. JaLynn says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:57 pm

    I like to make pasta carbonara.
    Reply
  26. Emily says

    August 22, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    i just eat pasta. like i cook it and i eat it. it's INSANE
    Reply
  27. chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    That looks awesome! My sister in law made that before too and it is awesome!
    Reply
  28. Mindy says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with spaghetti sauce, spinach, onions and mushrooms and topped with cheese and baked, then broiled!
    Reply
  29. jordan @ thedancingdonut says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    hoooooly moly that looks tasty!!! my favorite way to eat pasta is with garlic, olive oil, and a ton of veggies...plus some parmesan or goat cheese, too :)
    Reply
  30. Laura says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:06 pm

    My fav way to eat pasta is....ANY WAY! I could eat pasta breakfast lunch and dinner! I only buy Barilla, would love to try this kind.
    Reply
  31. Christina M says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:07 pm

    I love pasta with peppers, onions, chicken sausage and cheese!
    Reply
  32. Denise says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    I love pasta and eat it mostly every day! I'm trying to cut back on the barbs though!
    Reply
  33. Emily says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    pasta with fresh tomatoes this time of year!
    Reply
  34. Erin says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:12 pm

    I haven't had pasta in a long time. I'd love to win and make some!
    Reply
  35. Caroline @ After Dinner Dance says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:13 pm

    With a good sauce and LOTS of cheese :)
    Reply
  36. Monica says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:14 pm

    That looks delish! My favorite way to make pasta is with veggies, garlic and evoo. Simple yet so yum!
    Reply
  37. Kellie lifeworthsharing says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:17 pm

    Thankfully being a runner allows me to carbo load with all sorts of pasta dishes! Mushrooms, tomatoes, and cheese on top, please! :)
    Reply
  38. Kim F says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:17 pm

    Traditional...homemade s'ghetti and meatballs!
    Reply
  39. kim@hungryhealthygirl says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:18 pm

    I love pasta in a lemon garlic sauce with chicken, artichokes, and sundried tomatoes. Your pasta dish looks fabulous and very kid-friendly. I'm definitely going to be making it soon. I've made one before and although it was a hit; your's looks much tastier.
    Reply
  40. Kristen says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:18 pm

    I like to add some soy crumbles to pasta sauce, spinach, garlic, and pepper. Then heat it up, and put over pasta. Nutritious, simple, and good!
    Reply
  41. Katie says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    My favorite way is to have it with pesto and vegetables!
    Reply
  42. Veronica says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with shrimp! Yumm!
    Reply
  43. Julie P says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    My favorite way is to add it to sauteed zucchini and garlic...but this pie is making me want to give this way a try, too!!
    Reply
  44. Marie says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    I like it as baked ziti..sooo good :)
    Reply
  45. Jordan says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    I love spaghetti casserole, so this recipe looks great to me. Awesome giveaway!
    Reply
  46. Kristen says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:27 pm

    Love me some mac and cheese
    Reply
  47. Audrey says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:28 pm

    Penne alfredo with shrimp and asiago cheese is my absolute favorite!!
    Reply
  48. Lauryn V says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:28 pm

    my favorite way would have to be lasagna!
    Reply
  49. Leah says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:29 pm

    I love pasta pretty much any way it can be cooked/served! And Barilla is usually my go-to choice : )
    Reply
  50. Ayzada says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:30 pm

    I love it with olive oil and lemon juice! plain and delicious
    Reply
  51. alex p says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:33 pm

    i'm not a hugeee pasta person but when i eat it i MUST have marinara! anything else can change except that :)
    Reply
  52. Alison says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:33 pm

    That is EPIC. That is all.
    Reply
  53. Leah @ DeLeahLicious says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:34 pm

    I love pasta with any sort of cheese mixed in. I wish pasta wasn't such a "bad for you" food. I could eat it every day, however I rarely have it!
    Reply
  54. Jamie says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:34 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is covered in cheese or alfredo sauce. Or both!
    Reply
  55. Traci says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:37 pm

    The best pasta dish I've ever had was a papperdalle pasta with tons of seafood. I also made a great Greek pasta once- pasta, chicken, feta, tomatoes, red onion, and greek olives.
    Reply
  56. Olivia says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:38 pm

    Whoaaaaa that looks amazing! My favorite way to eat spaghetti is either with marinara and meat sauce or tossed with lemon juice and olive oil!
    Reply
  57. Megan@ The Running Doc says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:39 pm

    That spaghetti pie looks tasty! My favorite way to eat pasta is tossed with Italian sausage, spinach, and ricotta cheese.
    Reply
  58. Catherine says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:39 pm

    i love some good lasagna! Preferable homeade so I know what exactly is in it & can tweak it to my taste :)
    Reply
  59. Michelle (Better with Berries) says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:42 pm

    My favorite way to have pasta is in lasagna - but this looks delicious too!
    Reply
  60. Jessamy @ The Rambling Asian says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:42 pm

    I love pasta with butter and parm cheese!!!! Sometimes sauce, and if I am having whole wheat pasta then alfredo!!!
    Reply
  61. Danica @ It's Progression says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    My husband and I love pasta (any Italian food, really). We actually had a huge pasta bar for the meal at our rehearsal dinner in June!
    Reply
  62. Linda says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:50 pm

    That looks delicious! I love fettucine Alfredo!
    Reply
  63. Arimey says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:52 pm

    I'm definitely a penne gal. Baked with lots of sauce and a good quality parm cheese!
    Reply
  64. Lauren says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    Girl this looks great! I've never made a pie out of pasta but now I'm willing to give it a shot! :)
    Reply
  65. Tracey says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    I just love pasta with marinara sauce with loads of veggies! My favorite!
    Reply
  66. monique says

    August 22, 2012 at 8:58 pm

    my favorite way to eat pasta is with broccoli
    Reply
  67. Erin says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:00 pm

    Pasta with marinara and TONS of veggies like artichokes, broccoli, black olives, mushrooms, the list could go on and on!!
    Reply
  68. Kalee says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    I love any kind of pasta with spicy marinara, chicken sausage and parmesan cheese!
    Reply
  69. Michelle S. says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    I love pasta, italian, american or mexican, anyway is good. However, when I'm looking for a quick and great-tasting meal, I love Taco Pasta bake. YUM!
    Reply
  70. Katy @ Couch to 5Katy says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:04 pm

    Grilled Chicken + Broccoli+ Pasta and toss in a mixture of mushroom soup and parmesan cheese thinned with milk. Kind of like a healthier alfredo!
    Reply
  71. Sarah B says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:05 pm

    Good old regular spaghetti with spicy marinara and turkey meatballs!
    Reply
  72. Aria says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:05 pm

    I make a mean baked ziti :) which is one of my fav ways to eat pasta! That or whole wheat thin spaghetti with my moms homemade sauce!!
    Reply
  73. Allison says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    With meatballs!! Delicious.
    Reply
  74. Melissa says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    As baked ziti!
    Reply
  75. Carissa says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    mmmm..that looks amazing!!!! I'm totally craving carbs in my post-all inclusive haze!! I like cheesy, baked pasta best!
    Reply
  76. Erica @ For the Sake of Cake says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:08 pm

    Yum! I'm definitely pinning this to try soon! I am a huge pasta lover -- any way, shape or form is good for me!
    Reply
  77. Patricia says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:14 pm

    Oven-roasted cherry tomatoes and garlic tossed with pasta. yum!
    Reply
  78. Erica says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:16 pm

    I typically use pasta to make lasagna but this spaghetti pie looks incredible! Definitely on my "must make ASAP" list!
    Reply
  79. Arianna says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:19 pm

    This looks amazing and my family I think will love it! Always enjoy finding something healthy they will eat since they don't always agree with my healthy eating lifestyle! Love loading WW pasta with chunky tomato sauce and veggies! Yum! When I was little, I was addicted to Butter and Parmesan noodles, would explain a lot of weight gain! Hahaha!
    Reply
  80. erica says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:24 pm

    i love pasta tossed with roasted veggies (particularly asparagus, mushrooms, tomatoes), homemade tomato sauce, garlic, and freshly grated parmesan cheese!
    Reply
  81. ashley says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:27 pm

    I love beef bolognese!
    Reply
  82. Stephanie says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    Yum!! My favorite pasta is angel hair tossed with shrimp, tomatoes, artichokes, sauteed garlic and onion, a bit of olive oil, balsamic vinegar and basil. Another winner :)
    Reply
  83. Lauren MEC says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    I would make this Spaghetti Pie first thing with my pasta! Yummm :)
    Reply
  84. Kristen says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    That looks amazing! I never thought of having spaghetti as a pie! My all time favorite pasta dish is penne with vodka sauce...a guilty pleasure!
    Reply
  85. Laura @Running Maryland says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:32 pm

    I love love love mac 'n cheese. But I really dislike spaghetti pie. Your's looks good but I am a saucy girl :) I love lots of sauce and a little pasta so I feel like the pie never has enough.
    Reply
  86. Emily says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:37 pm

    I like to keep it simple! Garlic, parm cheese and butter!! Yum!
    Reply
  87. Katie @ running4cupcakes says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:38 pm

    Spaghetti pie is so yummy and so easy... Such a great dish to use leftover pasta!
    Reply
  88. Briana says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    I'm a simple marinara and pasta kinda girl!
    Reply
  89. Kelly says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    I like spaghetti with homemade meatballs ! such a classic :-) Although I have had spaghetti pie and it is pretty darn delicious!
    Reply
  90. Sara says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    Oh my gosh, I hadnt thought about spaghetti pie in so long, but it is definitely an old fave! My mom used to make a version w/cream cheese & ground turkey, but Im going to have to give your lightened up version a try!
    Reply
  91. Maria says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:41 pm

    Any type of baked pasta is a fav of mine!
    Reply
  92. Andrea @ Vegvacious says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:42 pm

    That looks so delicious!!! This might be my new favourite way to enjoy spaghetti - I can't wait to try it.
    Reply
  93. Lindsay says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:42 pm

    Definitely under some of my mom's chicken parm!
    Reply
  94. Kristy says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:43 pm

    I love pasta + evoo + steamed broccoli!
    Reply
  95. Meg @ My Chocolate Covered Life says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:43 pm

    I absolutely love pasta with a good sauce: bolognese, vodka, or pesto are my favorites. I blame my semester abroad in Florence for my pasta addiction!
    Reply
  96. Amanda Brezgel says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    I love a good pasta salad with fresh veggies and Italian dressing. :)
    Reply
  97. Jenna says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:46 pm

    I love fettuccini Alfredo with chicken and spinach! Yum!
    Reply
  98. Natalie says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:48 pm

    spaghetti with an avocado lime olive oil sauce got the idea from a post twopeas&theirpod
    Reply
  99. Laura S says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:49 pm

    Wow, that looks amazing. I have to try it!
    Reply
  100. Maggie says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:51 pm

    I love tossing a bunch of veggies into a steaming pot of spaghetti and then just add some olive oil and parmesean cheese!
    Reply
  101. Ash says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:52 pm

    Baked with sauce and Morningstar spicy chicken. It's perfect with some sprinkled cheese on top and a glass (or two!) of red wine!
    Reply
  102. Kylee says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:52 pm

    I love to sauté up any veggies I have in olive oil and garlic and throw in some shrimp and mix it all with the pasta! Quick, easy, delicious dinner!
    Reply
  103. mailoha says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:53 pm

    My favorite way to eat or prepare pasta: spaghetti & turkey meatballs!!
    Reply
  104. Megan S. says

    August 22, 2012 at 9:57 pm

    calories aside...i love it with chicken, alfredo sauce and broccoli!
    Reply
  105. Jenn says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:04 pm

    I love pasta salad and pasta with pesto sauce! Yummy!
    Reply
  106. Gina @ Health, Love, and Chocolate says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:04 pm

    I love making chilled noodle salads.
    Reply
  107. Eliza says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:04 pm

    Oh this looks delicious, and I love the concept of Barilla Plus. My favorite way to eat pasta is usually with tomato sauce and lots of herbs and cheese!
    Reply
  108. Kelly says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with homemade meatballs and sauce. Takes a little bit more time but so worth it!
    Reply
  109. Lauren B. says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:07 pm

    I'd have to say that my homemade lasagna is my favorite pasta dish- healthy yet hearty!
    Reply
  110. Katie says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    I love a good pesto pasta!
    Reply
  111. Rebecca says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:09 pm

    I love whole wheat pasta with homemade fresh pesto and lots of veggies, especially fresh corn sliced off the cob!
    Reply
  112. Kortney says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:10 pm

    My favorite pasta dish is spaghetti! So either that or noodles with seasoned chicken, veggies, and parmasian cheese :)
    Reply
  113. Caitlin @ This Bride's Joyride says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:11 pm

    I have to say my favorite is the classic spaghetti and meatballs! We used to have it at least once a week for family dinners:)
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  114. Katie R says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:13 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is smothered in my family's sauce recipe. It combines the usual: ground beef, onion, garlic, oregano, whole tomatoes, tomato sauce...and a few less common items: Parmesan cheese, bacon grease (to cook the ground beef), and it is tasty!
    Reply
  115. Lauren says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:14 pm

    My favorite way is rotini pasta with a spicy marinara, fresh veggies, and either parmesan or goat cheese! Delish!
    Reply
  116. Abby says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:16 pm

    Never made a spaghetti pie... But made pasta tonight! Loving the vineyard Bertoli sauces.
    Reply
  117. Caitlin says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:21 pm

    My fav way to eat pasta is with spinach and chicken sauage from TJs tossed with oil and garlic... yum yum!:)
    Reply
  118. Michelle says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:24 pm

    I love traditional spaghetti with meat sauce.
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  119. Cellabella says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:25 pm

    That looks so delicious! I normally like pasta with a cream sauce or tons of garlic-y olive oil-y vegetables, but I'm going to have to make your spaghetti pie - thanks for the giveaway!
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  120. Laura Lea says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:30 pm

    HOLY COW this is RIGHT up my alley!!! I haven't even tried it but I think this is my favorite way to eat pasta haha! But truthfully, a cheesy baked pasta or lasagna is one of my favorite things ever. Something about how the cheese gets crispy and nutty and everything blends together. DROOOLLL.
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  121. Jenny says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:33 pm

    I love pasta with marinara sauce, garlic and lots of veggies (spinach, broccoli, zucchini, yellow squash...mmm)! Sometimes I add veggie meatballs for some added protein.
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  122. Emly Teal says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:37 pm

    I love to eat pasta with a simple marinara sauce and tons of delicious veggies!
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  123. Jordan K says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:39 pm

    Spaghetti with pesto is my fav!
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  124. Tiphani says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Spaghetti with my husbands homemade spaghetti sauce!
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  125. Amanda says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Every sunday I make a homemade red sauce with red wine and a vegetarian bolognese, I crave it weekly!
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  126. Ania says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:42 pm

    Gluten free pasta ; ) with plentyyyy of veggies....and feta cheese! Although I had a tuna/avocado mix the other day which was yummy!
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  127. Hannah says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    I love pasta with pesto! So good!
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  128. Lindsay says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:47 pm

    Pasta with any kind of white wine sauce is pure heaven... yum :)
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  129. Jessica says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:50 pm

    I love my pasta with some spicy peanut sauce - asian style!!
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  130. Danielle says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:50 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is in mac and cheese!! I try to healtify with using laughing cow or reduced fat ricotta w reduced fat cheddar, whole wheat Barilla, and adding spinach or broccoli.
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  131. Maya says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:52 pm

    I love making seafood pasta dishes--tomato based sauce, pesto, light olive oil--anything goes with good seafood!
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  132. amy says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:53 pm

    asian style, love some good thai noodles!!
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  133. katie says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:56 pm

    definitely pasta with olive oil and homemade pesto.
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  134. Tori K says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:57 pm

    Not gonna lie, I love and can totally just eat cooked noodles with a little melted butter!
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  135. Susannah says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    I make a mean homemade lasagna for my family using whole grain lasagna noodles. They absolutely love it, and I love the healthier alternative! I also love making clam linguine with an awesome spicy tomato sauce. Thanks for this awesome giveaway.
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  136. Claire Smith says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:04 pm

    I love to crumble up a veggie burger into my favorite marinara sauce and serve it over noodles. I also like eating cold noodles with a splash of olive oil and a bit of salt.
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  137. Amy P. says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:04 pm

    My favorite pasta dish is putting shrimp scampi with lemon butter sauce and parm. cheese over whole wheat linguine. Serve it with roasted asparagus and I'm in heaven!
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  138. Michele says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:04 pm

    My favorite way to eat spaghetti is when my mom makes spaghetti and meat sauce!!! It doesn't have homemade sauce or freshly made pasta or anything, just a box of pasta, canned sauce, and ground beef......but it's amazing!!! Reminds me of family dinners growing up when we would all be together at the kitchen table!!
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  139. Kami says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    I'll eat pasta any and every way I can get it!! Yummy!
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  140. Sydney says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:10 pm

    HOLY YUM! That looks fantastic and like a recipe I really need to try! I think I would be the favorite roommate if I made that one night!
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  141. Sarah Griffis says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:12 pm

    My boyfriend and I make homemade pasta carbonara! It's our favorite!
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  142. jamie says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:12 pm

    i like leftover pasta- cold and easy to throw on salads. usually with a pesto sauce yumm!
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  143. Taryn says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:15 pm

    Yum! I haven't had pasta all summer but this makes me crave a pasta/spinach/grilled asparagus/shrimp concoction that was my go to last spring. Pasta + Shrimp is a win in my book!
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  144. Ellie says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:23 pm

    Wowwwzaaa this looks heavenly indeed! I love how it all came and stuck together perfectly too. My Fave way of eating pasta is through something really bold and zesty/lemony!
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  145. Chris says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:26 pm

    Any cold pasta salad with lots of veggies and a great dressing is the best!!
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  146. Shannon says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:30 pm

    Gotta go with a classic way to eat pasta: spaghetti with meatballs! :) I love pasta in different ways, but this way has got to be my all time favorite.
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  147. dee says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:32 pm

    I love my pasta with homemade sauce!! I load my sauce up with all sorts of goodies! Crushed tomatoes simmered with mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, zucchini, egg plant, TONS of cilantro, a few spices, and whatever ground meat I have on hand!
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  148. Amanda says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:32 pm

    Pasta with olive oil and spinach!
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  149. Jenn L says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    I love pasta with Bolognese sauce best!
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  150. Carrie @ Lift Eat Repeat says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:50 pm

    Chicken fettuccine Alfredo with breadsticks!
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  151. Kellie says

    August 22, 2012 at 11:54 pm

    I love pasta with marinara and lots of cheese!
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  152. Beks says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:08 am

    When I was in college and pasta was pretty much all I could afford, I'd get the whole wheat kind (didn't matter what shape. Not picky), and then carmelize onions in garlicky olive oil and add cheese. It was my go-to dish whenever I had people over and I became known as the pasta queen. Love pasta! :-)
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  153. Andrea says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:11 am

    I make a spicy shrimp, tomato, and basil pasta that I love. Topped with some freshly grated parmesan :)
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  154. Sheila says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:12 am

    I have a spaghetti bake that I love, but this looks & sounds much healthier. I'm anxious to try it...thanks for sharing!!! :)
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  155. Meagan says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:12 am

    I love spaghetti with meat sauce!
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  156. Carrie says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:20 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with onions, mushrooms and peppers tossed in a garlic butter sauce...maybe some chicken thrown on top too!
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  157. Florence says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:26 am

    whole wheat pasta with homemade pesto sauce
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  158. Lisa says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:35 am

    I love pasta any way! But my favorite is with my family's sauce recipe...it is so delicious & comforting!
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  159. Laurel C says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:36 am

    My favorite pasta dish is basil pesto, but this looks really good and I have some ricotta that I need to use up so I'll have to try it out!
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  160. Kristin says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:37 am

    I love my dad's spaghetti carbonara!
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  161. Anu says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:29 am

    Pasta in Italy is the best! So simple but so flavorful and fresh!
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  162. Stacy says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:11 am

    I love baked pasta!
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  163. HandmadeSuccess says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:42 am

    I love my pasta tossed in garlic and butter! xox
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  164. Connie says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:56 am

    um this looks amazing...i may or may not be drooling;) i actually don't eat that much pasta, but when i do, i just top it with some tomato sauce, nutritional yeast, and chicken. i would love to make your recipe for my family though..i think they'd really love it!
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    • Connie says

      August 23, 2012 at 3:01 am

      oh and random, but i thought about you today because i literally just landed after 14 hours of disaster at the airport with many delays and "severe turbulence" on the plane. i know how much you hate flying! hahah i was hoping no one on my flights had bad flying anxiety :/
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  165. Allison @ Running Through Red Lights says

    August 23, 2012 at 3:45 am

    My favorite ways to eat pasta... Macaroni and cheese, butternut squash ravioli, penne a la vodka sauce, Italian pasta salad, the list could go on forever!
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  166. Kayla says

    August 23, 2012 at 5:37 am

    regular old pasta is my favorite way to eat it: with meat sauce or meatballs of course!
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  167. Sarah @ Practice Princess says

    August 23, 2012 at 5:40 am

    WOW spaghetti pie looks delicious, never attempted this before - my family will love it! Could be our new mac & cheese :) Thanks for the inspiration!
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  168. Kristen @ notsodomesticated says

    August 23, 2012 at 6:49 am

    I love their pasta!! And funny enough, I just posted one of my favorite pasta dishes ever on my blog yesterday. It's so easy but so delicious!
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  169. Jessica p says

    August 23, 2012 at 6:49 am

    I like to mix it with some Italian dressing and cooked veggies :)
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  170. Carol T. says

    August 23, 2012 at 6:56 am

    your spag pie looked so yummy!!! I like to mix pasta with veggies, frsh tomatoes and parm cheese
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  171. Marie says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:00 am

    My friends and I ate pasta-butter-shaky cheese (kraft parm.) every day for many summers in a row! I pretty much love pasta in every kind of dish!
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  172. Danielle@cleanfoodcreativefitness says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:12 am

    Wow this recipe looks amazing! Totally passing it along to my pasta loving mother and sister! I have to now enjoy brown rice pasta cause I'm g free but I love it simple just with a little fresh tomato sauce
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  173. Angie says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:19 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is to add grilled chicken, green peppers, spinach, a little chicken broth and parmesan cheese!
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  174. Nikki says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:23 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with grilled salmon, Laughing Cow Cheese, and asparagus
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  175. Rachel says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:23 am

    That pie looks amazing! I love pasta especially when paired with some fresh seafood and red chile or spicy marinara sauce of some sort!
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  176. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:24 am

    I love adding whatever and however many veggies I can find in my fridge/freezer/garden!
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  177. Brenda says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:25 am

    That looks good. I've never had spaghetti pie. I'm trying to cut back on my cheese intake- do you think the ricotta was necessary? I love good old fashioned spaghetti and meatballs!
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  178. Michele says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:35 am

    I love pasta with spinach, roasted tomatoes, and marinara sauce!
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  179. Brandi R says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:38 am

    I have a spaghetti bake that I make to deliver to people in my church that is just delicious. I always make an extra batch for me, too!
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  180. Meganm says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:45 am

    I make spaghetti pie too! My favorite pasta is baked ziti
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  181. Lindsay @ Typically Late says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:52 am

    This. Looks. Amazing! My favorite way to eat pasta is baked spaghetti - noodles, marinara, ground turkey, mozzarella, all mixed together.... yummmmm.
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  182. Emily says

    August 23, 2012 at 7:54 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with fresh pesto. yum :)
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  183. Becky Przy says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:03 am

    That looks sooo good! I am pretty boring but I love penne pasta, fresh tomato sauce, spinach and nooch.
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  184. Jordyn says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:08 am

    Omg!! It's 8:00am in the morning and now I already want some pasta!
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  185. Christina says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:15 am

    My favorite way to have pasta is with Trader Joe's Traditional Marinara sauce (the same one I think you used for your recipe - it's the best!!) and their meatless meatballs.
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  186. Margie Visnick says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:15 am

    I love pasta with my homemade canned tomato herb sauce and stewed tomatoes from my garden...yummy!
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  187. Brianne says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:20 am

    I love to make spaghetti with my homemade marinara sauce! Always a favorite in my house!!
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  188. Erin M. says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:22 am

    With my dad's sauce and meatballs!
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  189. Julie says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:22 am

    GF with pesto!
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  190. Alex @ Brain, Body, Because says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:26 am

    Covered in a cheesey sauce :) Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
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  191. stephanie @cookinfanatic says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:27 am

    what a fun recipe idea, this looks really good!!!
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  192. Kelly says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:40 am

    Your spaghetti pie looks delicious! I enjoy a simple spaghetti marinara with lots of veggies.
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  193. Sarah B. says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:40 am

    That looks so good! That right there, looks like it could be my new favorite way to eat pasta, but I love eating pasta with alfredo sauce.
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  194. Maggie says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:41 am

    I love spaghetti with a little olive oil, shrimp, avocado and tomatoes!
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  195. Emily H says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:44 am

    I like to eat pasta cooked up with olive oil, roasted garlic and parm cheese! Yum!
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  196. Elisabeth says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:45 am

    I love a good plate of spaghetti. There's nothing like it!
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  197. Katie says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:48 am

    My favorite is fra diavlo...Lots of seafood and spice!
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  198. Sienna says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:54 am

    I love pasta with a simple sauce of fresh tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper topped with fresh Parmesan!
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  199. Sarah says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:59 am

    I looove baked pastas - any shape or kind, covered with sauce and cheese and baked until crispy - yum!
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  200. Coco says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:00 am

    That looks absolutely divine. Pinned the recipe to make ASAP! My fav way to have pasta is in a spicy shrimp dish with red sauce one local restaurant near my parents makes...I request to go to that restaurant every time I'm in town!
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  201. Michelle says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:02 am

    I like to add roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, and some tomatoes! It's delicious!
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  202. Vicki says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:03 am

    I think pasta is one of those things I could eat each day! I keep it simple with marinara sauce and lots of cheese!
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  203. Diana says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:04 am

    I love some al dente pasta with a fresh roasted tomato sauce and loads of garlic - can't go wrong! Can't wait to try out a spaghetti pie!
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  204. Kristin says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:06 am

    I love any type of pasta being the Italian girl I am :-) Pesto is my new favorite topping!!
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  205. Jody says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:06 am

    My Grandma's sauce and meatballs... MMM nothing else ever beats that!
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  206. Sara says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:07 am

    I love lasagna. Your pie looks amazing!
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  207. Ashley W says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:10 am

    Favorite way is the ol' fashioned way. Spaghetti, marinara, and lots of Parmesan cheese.
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  208. Brittany @ readrunrepeat says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:12 am

    I've already bookmarked that recipe for next week's menu!!
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  209. Jenn @ Be YOU at Be Me says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:12 am

    I love cooked pasta and sauce cold leftovers!
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  210. Bryana says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:13 am

    I love pasta with a chunky marinara sauce and lots of Parmesan cheese!
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  211. Kristen P. says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:13 am

    I love Barilla Plus, I buy it all the time! I can remember growing up, I hated red sauce on spaghetti night (crazy bc I love it now!) so I would always eat just noodles with butter and parmesan. It's definitely a guilty pleasure that I still indulge in from time to time!
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  212. nicole says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:15 am

    That looks awesome! and so easy to modify with your favorite protein/veggie add-ins...definitely will try it! my favorite pasta is just a simple penne with a homemade marinara sauce. YUM!
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  213. Jasmine says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:17 am

    I'll just cook the pasta , cut up a burger (whatever kind i have) and mix it in the noodles with ketchup...i know it might sound weird but when your in a rush and need something it's pretty good.
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  214. mom#to#three says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:20 am

    Love pasta with my husband's homemade sauce! Yum!!
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  215. kelly says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:23 am

    I may be pushing 27, but no one makes pasta like my mom! I love when I am home for a weekend and she makes it, it reminds me of swim team pre-meet dinners!
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  216. Ashley says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:25 am

    my favorite way is stuffed shells with ricotta!! sooo delicious!
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  217. Kelly S says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:25 am

    My favorite is al dente with some pesto sauce! amazing!
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  218. Suzanne @ Fit Minded Mom says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:28 am

    I think the question is, what way do I NOT like my pasta?! I love it all.....spaghetti and meat sauce, lasagna, manicotti and the list goes on and on!!
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  219. Kristin says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:28 am

    Love cold pasta salad, or pasta a little garlic, a little milk and some salt and pepper so good!
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  220. Bri says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:30 am

    I love veggie lasagna -- definitely my favorite pasta dish!
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  221. Helen says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:32 am

    What is better than pasta with some homemade tomato sauce?!!
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  222. Kaitlyn says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:35 am

    There is just no wrong way to eat pasta, if you ask me!
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  223. christy says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:35 am

    Pasta tossed with olive oil, fresh tomatoes, basil and mozzarella!
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  224. Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:35 am

    I love seafood alfredo pasta!
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  225. JenG says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:36 am

    i love just plain old pasta with homemade sauce.
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  226. Brynn says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:42 am

    I love to make pasta, toss it with sauce, meat and veggies and then top with some 2% motz and parm, bake for 10 min until golden brown. Similar to your pie- I can't wait to try it!
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  227. Brigitt says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:45 am

    I recently discovered pasta carbonara. It was love at first bite. So easy, yet soo delicious!
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  228. Kate says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:45 am

    I love pasta with tons of fresh vegetables and some pesto. Goat cheese makes a great addition too!
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  229. Ashlee @ A Step in the Right Direction says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:46 am

    I am a huge fan of Rachael Ray's Pizzagna I modify it to my tastes, but it is basically the ingredients you would like on a pizza in a pasta dish.
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  230. Katrina says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:52 am

    I love pasta with a little butter, salt and pepper! My husband and I have been having it twice a week lately!
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  231. Nikki A. says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:55 am

    Mmm, i love Pasta all ways possible! You can't go wrong with pasta, it's always good with some pesto and chicken! And of course mac 'n cheese! :)
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  232. Jen Correa @ Mom's Gotta Run says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:56 am

    That looks so good. Pasta is good any way you make it. I'm Italian s it's in my DNA. :)
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  233. Kristin says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:58 am

    I love pasta in any way, shape or form but my favorite is penne with fresh tomatoes, basil and mozzarella!
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  234. Caroline says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:59 am

    I'm a weirdo and love my pasta cold (ideally the morning after we had it for dinner!) My favorite type to eat cold would be lasagna :)
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  235. Nicole says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:00 am

    That spaghetti pie looks delicious! I am definitely adding that to my weekend to-do list, thanks so much for the inspiration :) When I used to live in Buffalo, one of my fave restaurants was called "Chef's" - a small little hole in the wall Italian place. They made the BEST spagehetti parm - basically pasta mixed in their homemade sauce, and covered in mozzarella cheese, then broiled to crisp it all up on top. Its so simple, yet out of this world! I try to re-create it every now and then, but never come close...
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  236. Alexandra says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:02 am

    Oh my gosh I just bought this Pasta at my local grocery store becuas Barilla Plus Pasta was BOGO this week! TOTALLY trying out that recipe tonight or tomorrow - Thanks Courtney :)
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  237. Karla says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:04 am

    My latest way to enjoy pasta is with imitation crab and health infield Alfredo sauce. It's sooooo good!
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  238. LIsa M says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:05 am

    I hate to say it but a good plate of spaghetti and meat sauce is the go to in our house. I have been trying to sneek more veggies in so the kids don't notice.
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  239. Nikki says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:07 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with my Grandma's whole made sauce and meatballs!
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  240. Courtney says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:07 am

    I love pasta mixed with roasted veggies and feta cheese on top!
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  241. Kristen says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:09 am

    Pasta with pesto and shrimp is my favorite!
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  242. Kate says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:10 am

    I'm a traditional girl. Spaghetti and meatballs are my favorite!
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  243. Melanie says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:11 am

    I love a good chicken noodle soup! Noodles & Company makes an awesome one.
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  244. Brooke says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:12 am

    I love pasta salad. It is so versatile and you can make so many variations! Love it!
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  245. mandee says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:12 am

    my favorite way to eat pasta is with red gravy the way my Nonna and Mom make it.... and with some of their meatballs on the side. best thing ever!
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  246. Blair Bostrom says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:13 am

    I love any kind of lasagna!
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  247. Jenna says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:13 am

    Pasta is definitely my favorite carb, but my favorite way lately to eat it has been in a stir fry with a spicy peanut sauce.
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  248. Jill says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:14 am

    I have a real easy recipe for Chicken Manicotti that is good
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  249. Tierney says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:14 am

    I love making spicy chicken rigatoni with pasta! Plus you can make extra sauce and Can it for later on other types of pasta!
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  250. Stephanie @ LiveCookLove says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:17 am

    I love to eat pasta with a lot of steamed broccoli, carrots and homemade tomato sauce on top!
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  251. Elaine says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:18 am

    I love pasta with roasted veggies and vodka sauce. YUM!
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  252. Karleen says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:28 am

    I am totally digging using the spaghetti squash as noodle substitute althought I would choose barila if I were to use real noodles:) nothing much involved though: a little olive oil, Parmesan cheese, sliced tomatoes, maybe some artichoke if I have some on hand
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  253. Sarah says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:29 am

    This looks so delicious! I must try it. I am a big fan of Barilla's pasta and it's always a good price at the grocery store. I like regular spaghetti with chicken sausage and broccoli or ground turkey and squash too.
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  254. Nicole @ Curly Mommy says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:31 am

    Ummm, I love pasta ANY way. I guess if I HAD to pick a favorite, it would be baked ziti :) :)
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  255. Taylor says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:33 am

    I'm not a big sauce fan so I just boil up some pasta and eat it plain!
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  256. Amanda says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:33 am

    I love just plain ol' spaghetti with butter and parmesan! Yummy!!
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  257. Lauren says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:34 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with lots of fresh veggies, garlic, basil and olive oil!! YUM
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  258. LaChelle says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:35 am

    We eat pasta all kinds of ways at our house, but I still crave and have to make.....good ol' stove top Mac N Cheese: butter, melted velveeta and a splash of milk. My Grandma used to make this "homemade" MAC N CHEESE for us and it's still just as good as when I was a kid.
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  259. jen says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:36 am

    my mom's baked ziti!
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  260. Wanda Ward says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:37 am

    I love spaghetti and cheese!!!!
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  261. Natalie D says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:44 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is as a way to use up leftovers... I cook up some pasta then throw it in a frying pan with some olive oil and add whatever leftover veggies and chicken i have, plus a little feta or goat cheese and its a nice way to make leftovers a little more interesting!
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  262. Katie says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:46 am

    That looks delish! Can't wait to try that recipe! My fav way is very simple, olive oil, some parm & al dente veggies! Yum!
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  263. Christina says

    August 23, 2012 at 10:57 am

    I love a simple pasta with olive oil, basil, garlic, and lots of fresh veggies. Delish!
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  264. Alex @ therunwithin says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:03 am

    Because I am Celiac, I like to find new gluten free pastas while still making the normal pasta for friends when they come over.
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  265. CK says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:07 am

    I love pasta with a white wine and lemon sauce! The hubs and I switched to whole wheat pasta in 2007 and haven't gone back. We love the Barilla brand for this reason.
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  266. Carol says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:16 am

    I would have to say just spaghetti mixed with onions, green peppers , mushrooms and some fresh cherry tomatoes in different colors and fresh herbs and parmesan cheese all swirled together...along with some garlic bread.
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  267. Kristina says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:19 am

    Its a toss up between classic spagetti with meat sauce (with a bunch of added veggies to the sauce!) and a mix of very fresh, sauteed veggies and penne. YUM!
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  268. Brianne A. says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:20 am

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with cooked chopped tomato ,basil, garlic, and onion with lots of freshly grated parmesean cheese. Yum!
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  269. Ashlee says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:25 am

    I like to line a tall casserole dish with sliced tomato, fil with pasta and sauce, top with sliced tomatoes and cheese and bake! Yum!
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  270. Nicole W. says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:28 am

    I love spaghetti the plain old fashion way, give me some marina and meatballs with some freshly grated parm on top. Yummy!!!
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  271. Lexi says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:29 am

    i love pasta and all things carby. so i like to keep things really simple with a little bit of cheese, garlic salt, and butter!
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  272. Chelsea L. says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:29 am

    That looks awesome! I like that kind of pasta, too (actually...it might be in my pantry right now). My favorite thing is baked pasta (cue: Mmmmm). My trick is to use fire-roasted tomatoes in my homemade sauce :)
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  273. Emily says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:31 am

    I have a spaghetti pie type bake that I make. But I use grated sweet potato, spinach and mushrooms as the veggies to bulk it up. So yum.
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  274. Brenna says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:32 am

    I don't eat much pasta but my favorite is my Mom's lasagna!
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  275. Mallory says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:44 am

    I love mine with some marinara sauce, spinach, mushrooms, red bell peppers, chicken sausage, and lots of red pepper flakes! Then I top it with some feta. Magical
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  276. Alexandra says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:44 am

    cold pasta loaded with veggies and an awesome vinaigrette is the best!
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  277. Haley says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:45 am

    Any kind of pasta is awesome! I especially love whole wheat spaghetti, tortellini carbonara, and lasagna!
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  278. crystal c. says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:47 am

    I love pasta. I don't like seafood pasta sauces but beyond that I love it all! Especially mac and cheese. Whenever I am in the south it is a must have for me. My husband and I both love it so much it was the one item that HAD to be served at our wedding. At let me just tell you it was out of this world!!! Thanks for the giveaway! :)
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  279. Rochelle says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:53 am

    I like to make a good, creamy spinach lasagna ;-)
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  280. Lindsay @ LindsayInNYC says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:54 am

    I'm a little traditional but I love a good spaghetti with sauce and garlic bread!
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  281. Debbie (Accidently Delish) says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:55 am

    oh my good golly that looks amazing. i haven't done it in forever, but my favorite way to eat pasta is seriously pasta loaded with Parmesan cheese. so bad, but soooo good.
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  282. kbarr428 says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:03 pm

    My favorite is to make traditional spaghetti and sauce and put it on a peice of buttered bread for a spaghetti sandwich, inner fat kid in me!
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  283. stephanie*s says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    I love pasta as long as there is cheese involved :)
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  284. Sue says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:13 pm

    I love pasta with pesto and fresh veggies. My kids love tortellini with a "lightened-up" alfredo sauce, chopped ham, and peas. This spaghetti pie is DEFINITELY going into the rotation! Thanks :-)
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  285. Heather C says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:16 pm

    Favorite way to eat pasta is in baked form: ziti/lasagna!
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  286. Kristen B says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:19 pm

    I love to roast veggies when they are about to spoil and toss them with some pasta, olive oil, and parmesan. It is a staple in our house since we have a CSA membership and only two mouths to feed!!!
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  287. Nancy says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    Well, I hate to admit it, but I eat pasta cold! I fix for my family (spaghetti or ziti, ot penne), they eat it hot and then I put it in the fridge and have it for lunch the next day cold! Don't eat it when it's hot, weird, I know!
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  288. Courtney Snyder says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:37 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with cut up hot dogs lol not macaroni and hot dogs but noodles and hot dogs with a little spaghetti sauce or salsa...just made it randomly one day and now i love it!
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  289. Mary Burns says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    W/ Avocado Pesto
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  290. ashley says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    Favorite way to eat pasta, that may be the hardest question ever! I love all pasta with all types of toppings and sauces. I love it with seafood, veggies everything!!
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  291. Susan says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    My favorite and easy way to eat pasta is to saute some peppers, mushrooms, and onions with some sliced flavored chicken sausage, cook the pasta and mix a cup of cooked pasta and a cup and a half of the veggie chicken mix in my favorite bowl - yum. BTW, I make a point of buying Barilla because they opened up a huge plant near where I live in western NY and brought some much needed job opportuntities to this community.
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  292. Melissa says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    my fav is simply spaghetti and meatballs with a spicy red sauce:))
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  293. Raychel says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    I love pasta with meatballs and a classic marinara... simple is sometimes the best!
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  294. Danica says

    August 23, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    I love to make spaghetti with marinara sauce and add in tons of fresh steamed broccoli... sooo good!
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  295. LNK says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:03 pm

    I love pasta carbonara with an egg on top!
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  296. Jen says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    I love pasta with vodka sauce! YUM!!!
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  297. Olivia says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:20 pm

    I love pasta with goat cheese, mushrooms and spinach!
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  298. Tami says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:25 pm

    I love eating it simple with just cheese and no sauce!
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  299. Kristin says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:31 pm

    Nothing beats tossing bowtie pasta with a little bit of olive oil, fresh basil, mozzarella, and diced tomatoes. Yum!
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  300. natalie@thesweetslife says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:32 pm

    love vodka pasta or mushroom fettucine!
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  301. Lauren @ Call Me Mrs. Rapp says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    I love to prepare pasta with a homemade sauce. It's a little extra work but so worth the result. My favorite homemade sauces are marinara meat sauce (w/ ground turkey!), roasted red pepper and goat cheese Alfredo, and pesto. Yum!
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  302. Torry says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:47 pm

    this looks so good - i think i might have to try it! i love pasta pretty much anyway that it can be made!
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  303. Jaclyn says

    August 23, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Pasta makes me think of this delicious spaghetti lasagna casserole my mom makes. It is the only way I will eat spaghetti! YUM!
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  304. Andrea says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    My newly-discovered favorite way to enjoy pasta is by topping it with Martha Stewart's recipe for homemade meatballs and pasta sauce!
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  305. katie says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    Can't go wrong with pesto!
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  306. Katie B:> says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    I like pasta with a ton of veggies thrown in. Summer and fall veggies like zucchini and squash are the way to my heart...Asparagus is really good along with spinach.
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  307. Roz says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:26 pm

    My favorite pasta sauce is mixing a marinara with alfredo. Most of the time I cannot make this from scratch, but it is a delicious combo.
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  308. Lizzie says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    I love that the pie has a curly crust! My favorite way to cook pasta would have to be my italian grandmother's spaghetti (she always swore by Barilla)...it might take 5 hours to prep, but it's legendary in my family!
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  309. Marilyn says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    I like pasta with olive oil, veggies, and spices.
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  310. Kristin says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:46 pm

    Pasta with marinara and mushrooms is my fave!
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  311. Carly M says

    August 23, 2012 at 2:47 pm

    I love lasagna - it's my absolute favorite, so much cheese! I like to mix grated carrots in with the marinara sauce to get an extra blast of veggies.
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  312. Luci says

    August 23, 2012 at 3:01 pm

    I love pasta any way!
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  313. kolya says

    August 23, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    Pasta with good ol' Ragu tomato sauce (original). Reminds me of childhood and my mom!
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  314. Julia @cookandburn.com says

    August 23, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    I love to prepare a lighter version of spaghetti ala carbonara and just last night we had spaghetti with spicy shrimp and veggie arrabiata sauce. Delicious!
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  315. Ashley S says

    August 23, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is my own spinach manicotti!
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  316. Kari says

    August 23, 2012 at 3:51 pm

    Lasagna for sure - yummmmy!
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  317. Lauren @ Chocolate, Cheese and Wine says

    August 23, 2012 at 3:58 pm

    Pasta with vodka sauce is definitely my favorite :)
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  318. Nicole F. says

    August 23, 2012 at 4:02 pm

    Nothing tastes as good as my mother's homemade sauce : ) but if I'm not feeling tomato that day, I love tossing pasta with grilled or garlic roasted veggies!
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  319. Ryan S. says

    August 23, 2012 at 4:04 pm

    My favorite (unhealthy) way to eat pasta is with lots of butter, black pepper and Parmesan cheese!
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  320. Renee says

    August 23, 2012 at 4:12 pm

    Best way to eat pasta is with fresh basil and tomatoes.
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  321. Jocelyn says

    August 23, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    Barilla is the best! We love it topped with sauteed mushrooms, artichokes, spinach, and tomatoes--YUM!
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  322. Tess J says

    August 23, 2012 at 4:28 pm

    Love pasta pretty much anyway ;) Although I actually roll with thai style pasta dressed with tons of peanut sauce and fresh steamed veggies.
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  323. lindsay says

    August 23, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    pretty simple - grated parm and peas, added to any kind of pasta (although my favorite is shells or rigatoni)
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  324. Amy says

    August 23, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    My favorite way to eat pasta is with white sauce and broccoli!
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  325. Paige says

    August 23, 2012 at 6:01 pm

    I love pasta! You definitely can't go wrong with mac n cheese! Yum! Especially with a variety of cheeses!
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  326. erin says

    August 23, 2012 at 6:21 pm

    That looks amazing! I'm definitely going to try that recipe! Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
  327. Katie Kay says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:06 pm

    Artichokes and pesto = yummy in my tummy
    Reply
  328. Lydia L. says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:41 pm

    That looks awesome! My new favorite way to prepare pasta is your buffalo mac & cheese recipe..I tried it the other day and my husband said it was the best thing I ever made. Thanks =)
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  329. Kate says

    August 23, 2012 at 8:45 pm

    I love pasta with evoo, lots of garlic, lemon, red pepper flakes, basil, and Parmesan!
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  330. Erin says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:06 pm

    I like making Hungry Girls Alfredo with tofu shiratake noodles! But any stir fry is a close second...if I really want to splurge then Olive Gardens never ending pasta :)
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  331. Hannah R. says

    August 23, 2012 at 9:23 pm

    I love Mark Bittman's recipe for Spaghetti with Fried eggs, so so good:)
    Reply
  332. Corinna says

    August 23, 2012 at 11:17 pm

    I love eating spaghetti with my mom's homemade meat sauce!
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  333. Bek @ Crave says

    August 24, 2012 at 4:37 am

    Awesome! I've never heard of a spaghetti pie before (aussie's once again behind the eight ball) but I'd like to try one ;)
    Reply
  334. Floey says

    August 24, 2012 at 5:38 am

    That looks like a edible bird's nest! hehehe
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