Hearty, creamy, bold, and refreshing—these artisanal pasta recipes bring out the soul of Italian cooking.
Crafted with tradition and quality in every bite, our artisanal pastas are bronze-cut and made from 100% durum wheat semolina. Here are five pasta dishes that go from rustic roots to gourmet finishes—perfect for home cooks who want authentic Italian flavor with a wholesome touch.
1. Classic Elbow Mac with Herbed Cheese Sauce
Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 2-3
A comforting favorite elevated with a creamy herbed cheese sauce and a touch of garlic. Simple, nostalgic, and irresistibly delicious.
Why Elbow Macaroni?
Elbow macaroni is the ultimate comfort shape for creamy sauces—perfect if you're looking to buy macaroni or searching for a pasta elbow recipe that’s creamy, nostalgic, and easy to prepare. Its curved tube design holds rich, cheesy sauces like a dream, delivering the perfect bite every time.
Ingredients
Herbed Cheese Elbow Mac
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☐ 250g Elbow macaroni
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☐ 1 tbsp butter
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☐ 1 garlic clove, minced
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☐ 1/2 cup milk
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☐ 3/4 cup shredded cheddar or mixed cheese
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☐ 1 tsp mixed herbs (oregano, thyme, basil)
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☐ Salt & pepper, to taste
Toppings
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☐ Fresh chives or parsley
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☐ Extra grated cheese
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☐ Cracked black pepper
Instructions
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Boil elbow macaroni until al dente and set aside.
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In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic.
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Add milk and herbs, stir in cheese, and let melt into a smooth sauce.
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Add cooked pasta, season, and toss until evenly coated.
2. Rustic Tomato Conchiglie with Roasted Veggies
Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 3-4
This hearty, plant-based dish is packed with oven-roasted goodness and a tangy tomato base.
Why Conchiglie?
The shell-shaped conchiglie scoops up chunky vegetables and rustic sauces with ease. Its curves act like mini bowls, holding every bit of roasted tomato and veggie goodness in place.
The shell-shaped conchiglie scoops up chunky vegetables and rustic sauces with ease.
Ingredients
Tomato Roasted Veggie Conchiglie
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☐ 250g Conchiglie
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☐ 1 zucchini, chopped
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☐ 1 bell pepper, sliced
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☐ 1 cup cherry tomatoes
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☐ 1/2 onion, sliced
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☐ 2 tbsp olive oil
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☐ 1 cup tomato purée
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☐ Salt, pepper, chili flakes
Toppings
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☐ Fresh parsley
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☐ Grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Roast vegetables in olive oil at 200°C for 15–20 minutes.
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Boil pasta and set aside.
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Heat tomato purée, season, and stir in roasted vegetables.
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Mix in pasta, garnish, and serve.
Serving Tip: Great for meal prep and served chilled as pasta salad too.
3. Lemon Butter Fusilli with Peas & Mint
Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 2
Fresh, zesty, and green. This light and elegant pasta is summer on a plate.
Why Fusilli?
Looking for the perfect fusilli pasta recipe? This spiral pasta clings to lemony butter and peas like no other—an essential in any pasta lover’s pantry.
The spirals in fusilli hold on to buttery sauces and tiny veggies like peas for perfectly balanced bites.
Ingredients
Zesty Pea & Mint Fusilli
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☐ 250g Fusilli
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☐ 1 tbsp butter
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☐ Zest and juice of 1 lemon
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☐ 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
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☐ Salt and pepper
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☐ Fresh mint, chopped
Toppings
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☐ Parmesan (optional)
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☐ Cracked pepper
Instructions
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Cook fusilli and set aside.
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In a pan, melt butter, add lemon, peas, and season.
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Add pasta and toss with mint.
Serving Tip: Best enjoyed chilled or warm as a brunch side.
4. Whole Wheat Penne with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 2-3
Nutty, earthy penne pairs with bold, tangy pesto for a quick, wholesome dish.
Why Whole Wheat Penne?
Whole wheat pasta adds a nutty flavor and extra fiber to your meals. It's the ideal choice for health-conscious foodies seeking richness without heaviness. Whole wheat penne offers a nutty depth and holds robust pestos beautifully with its ridged shape.
Ingredients
Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Penne
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☐ 250g Whole Wheat Penne
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☐ 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
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☐ 1/4 cup walnuts or almonds
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☐ 1 garlic clove
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☐ Olive oil
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☐ Salt, pepper
Toppings
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☐ Fresh basil
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☐ Grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the penne and reserve some pasta water.
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Blend sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, nuts, and oil into pesto.
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Toss with pasta and pasta water.
Serving Tip: A great lunchbox pasta—flavor improves the next day!
5. Chilled Farfalle with Feta, Olives & Cucumber
Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 2-3
A Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad with salty feta and crisp cucumbers—light yet filling.
Why Farfalle?
This farfalle pasta recipe is light, tangy, and visually fun—its bow-tie shape captures herbs, feta, and dressing in every refreshing bite. Shaped like butterflies, farfalle is not only charming to look at but also practical—the ridged surface and pinched center create texture and hold dressings, soft cheese, and chopped vegetables exceptionally well. Farfalle also offers enough surface area and structure to support crumbly cheeses and juicy vegetables, making it perfect for vibrant summer salads.
Ingredients
Mediterranean Farfalle Salad
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☐ 250g farfalle pasta
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☐ 1/2 cucumber, chopped
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☐ 1/2 cup crumbled feta
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☐ 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
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☐ 1 tbsp olive oil
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☐ Lemon juice
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☐ Salt & pepper
Toppings
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☐ Fresh oregano or dill
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☐ Chili flakes
Instructions
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Cook farfalle, rinse, and chill.
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Toss all ingredients together.
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Let sit for 15 mins in the fridge before serving.
Serving Tip: Best enjoyed cold with a glass of white wine or lemonade.
Final Thoughts:
From creamy tagliatelle to crunchy farfalle salads, these dishes showcase the beauty and versatility of Gustora’s artisanal pasta. Whether you’re cooking a weekday dinner or hosting a weekend brunch, these recipes let you savor the textures and taste of real Italian craftsmanship.
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FAQs – Your Pasta Questions Answered
Q1. What makes artisanal pasta different from regular pasta?
Artisanal pasta is bronze-cut and slow-dried, which gives it a rougher texture that holds sauce better and results in a firmer bite.
Q2. Can I meal prep these recipes?
Absolutely! Dishes like the Farfalle Salad and Tomato Conchiglie are perfect for prepping in advance and storing in the fridge.
Q3. Are these pasta recipes vegetarian?
Yes, all five recipes featured here are vegetarian-friendly and can be adjusted to be vegan too.
Q4. Which pasta shape is best for creamy sauces?
Elbow macaroni, fusilli, and penne are ideal—they hold creamy and cheesy sauces beautifully for flavor in every bite.
