15 Most-Clicked Fall Pasta Dinners That Prove Gnocchi's Not Going Anywhere Fast
We’re known year-round for our decadent, cheesy pasta dinners, but come fall? We go HARD. Luckily, you’re right there with us. You’ve been loving French onion-inspired anything and everything, gnocchi (of course!), your slow cookers, and lots and lots of soup. We get it! Once the weather starts getting chilly, a bowl of warm, savory noodles is exactly what we’re craving. And to make that hands off with a trusty appliance? Even better.
And hey, it’s not all heavy meals either. Though some might say calling spaghetti squash “pasta” is a bit of a stretch, we love eating an entire one dressed up like our fave carb-y dinners so much, we don’t care!
Want even more fall inspiration? Check out our top fall breakfasts, salads, and cocktails too.
Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Craving chicken Alfredo but trying to avoid unnecessary carbs? We feel you! This easy spaghetti squash recipe is just the solution. It satisfies the cravings and won't make you feel like something is missing.
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Amish Beef & Noodles
Chunks of juicy slow-cooked beef mingling with tender egg noodles in a rich broth? It’s comfort in a bowl. When our editor was creating this recipe, she went straight to the person who (still) makes the best beef and noodles she's ever had: her father. His top tips? Don’t skimp on the onion—they add so much flavor—and make sure to finish the dish with lots of freshly ground black pepper
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French Onion Gnocchi Soup
Forget bread and croutons, we found an even more delicious way to enjoy French onion soup—by adding gnocchi! Marrying the French classic with the convenience of store-bought gnocchi means you can have the most comforting dinner on the table in just under an hour.
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One-Pan Broccoli Cheddar Orzo
Okay, so this one's only been around for a month, but we can already tell it's gonna be a long-term winner. Based on our beloved one-pot broccoli cheese pasta, this one subs slightly-more-elegant orzo, turning this into an adult twist on mac & cheese that the entire family will love.
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Creamy Pumpkin Vodka Sauce & Penne
One of our favorite Italian-American pasta sauces, vodka sauce, just got a super-tasty touch of fall flair with the addition of pumpkin and sage! Pumpkin fanatics: This spin really hits the spot.
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One-Pot French Onion Pasta
We’re big fans of one-pot pastas and French onion soup-flavored everything, so it was just a matter of time until we combined those two awesome things in one dish. This meal is destined to become one of your favorite weeknight dinners.
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Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi With Italian Sausage
For this gnocchi dish, we use pumpkin puree to build a sauce that is similar to a marinara in texture, but with a lovely autumnal touch. Just like with butternut squash or sweet potatoes, pumpkin pairs beautifully with sage and sausage, so we included them too!
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Tuscan Tortellini Soup
Tuscan-inspired flavors? Check! Fat and chewy tortellini? Check! A soup that's both hearty and full of fiber, greens, and flavor? Check and check!
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Slow-Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs With Gnocchi
For this recipe, we doubled down on the comfort by giving meatballs and gnocchi the Tuscan treatment, in one dish. What makes this even better? It all comes together in the slow cooker.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken Alfredo
We love a nice creamy Alfredo, and this zero-effort version of chicken Alfredo might be our new favorite. It's a perfect recipe for a date night or busy weeknight.
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Tuscan Spaghetti Squash
Stuffed with crumbled sausage, mozzarella, and tomato sauce (use store-bought or homemade), this spaghetti squash will rival your favorite Italian pasta dish.
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Creamy Chicken Piccata With Gnocchi
When our weeknight dinners start to feel a little snoozy, we activate our go-to formula for supper success: Start with a dish you love, then add something new. Here, the dish we love is chicken piccata, the Italian-American classic, and the "new" ingredient is one of our favorite pantry items, store-bought gnocchi.
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Chicken Pot Pie Noodle Bake
Look, we do adore our classic chicken pot pie recipe, but on a weeknight? Sorry, but dealing with pie dough after a long day of work is a no from us, dog. Instead, we turn to this simple casserole, which delivers all the flavor, without all the hands-on work.
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Homemade Ramen
When you want to cook to impress, few dinners can top homemade ramen. You can certainly eat a decent bowl of noodles without one or two of the ingredients here,, but man oh man, magic happens when they all come together in one bite. Trust me—your patience will be thoroughly rewarded after one spoonful of this homemade ramen.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup
Chicken noodle soup is already the most comforting soup ever; tortellini and making it in your slow cooker makes it even better.
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