Whether it’s a big cheesy lasagna, stuffed ravioli, or spaghetti with tomato sauce, the pasta-bilities for making and eating pasta are almost endless. But what if you could to make the most popular pasta dishes without the pasta? Yes, you read that right! Today we’ll show you 6 delicious pasta dishes that all work wonderfully without any noodles at all. From fettuccine made out of eggs to stuffed leek cannelloni, these unusual noodles will revolutionize your pasta dinners!
1. Just Egg Noodles
You’ve probably had all of the usual types of eggs for breakfast, like scrambled eggs, fried eggs, and hard-boiled eggs, but what about egg noodles with tomato sauce? It might sound a little out there at first, but once you try this easy dish, you’ll see how eggs-traordinary it really is! Get the recipe for the Just Egg Noodles.
2. Leek Cannelloni Stuffed With Ground Beef & Feta
We’ve created a pasta dish that’s delightfully low-carb and keto-friendly, thanks to leek cannelloni noodles stuffed with seasoned ground beef and crumbled feta cheese. Pour a rich, creamy herb sauce on top and you’re in for an indescribably delicious treat! Once you bite into this aromatic dish, you’ll completely forget that’s it low-carb and noodle-free. Leeks make for a perfect pasta substitute! Get the recipe for the Stuffed Leek Cannelloni.
3. Fried Meatioli: Breaded Beef Ravioli Stuffed With Cheese
Round or rectangular, filled with cheese or meat – ravioli is an irresistible Italian food classic that we wouldn’t want to live without. Although pasta is delicious, we decided it was time to change things up a bit. This version of ravioli is made out of ground beef instead of pasta dough, stuffed with cheese, and fried to crispy, golden brown perfection! Get the recipe for the Fried Meatioli.
4. Marinated Steak Bites & Zoodles
You must have heard of zoodles by now. They’re a delicious, healthy alternative to pasta made out of spiralized zucchini. If you want to indulge without the guilt, then this is the recipe for you! Smothered steak and pasta may sound like a great idea at first, but the end result often leaves us feeling heavy and stuffed. Try serving this tasty dish with a side of zoodles instead, and you’ll have a dish that strikes the perfect balance between rich and healthy! Get the recipe for the Marinated Steak Bites & Zoodles.
5. Meat Spaghetti With Fried Mac & Cheese Balls
This dish is about to turn the world topsy-turvy, inside out, and upside down! We’ve taken the classic spaghetti & meatballs combo and decided to invert it. In this inventive dish, the spaghetti is made out of meat and the balls are made out of pasta! This fun take on an old classic might seem a little bit crazy, but once you give it a try, both you and your taste buds will be impressed! Get the recipe for the Meat Spaghetti With Mac & Cheese Balls.
6. Potato Lasagna
Next to pizza and spaghetti, lasagna is probably the most popular Italian dish out there. But the long preparation time puts a lot of people off from trying to make it home. But what if you’re still obsessed with this hearty comfort food classic? Keep it simple and use potatoes! You’ll be astounded at how easy it is to make this delicious dish using this convenient technique. Get the recipe for the Potato Lasagna.
These alternative pasta dishes are bound to hit all of the right spots for your next family dinner. Our no-noodle pasta dishes are sure to be the talk of the table, between their delicious flavors and fun formats!