6 Moody, Colorful & Cozy Winter Pasta Recipes

Feb 28, 2025

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Pasta isn’t just food; it’s a whole mood. It’s all about deep flavors, slow simmers and steamy bowls that that feel like a hug. We’re talking silky sauces, rich flavors and the kind of cozy, carb-loaded comfort that makes cold nights in worth it.  

So, throw on your coziest sweater, pour yourself a glass of something bold and check below for recipes that make dinner feel like a snow day for your soul.  

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Rigatoni with Butternut Squash Ragù  

Warning: You will go back for seconds.  

Roasted to perfection, blended into a velvety sauce and twirled up with hearty rigatoni—this dish is basically a love letter to sweater weather.  

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Braised Short Rib Tagliatelle Pasta 

Who needs a reservation when you’ve got this on your table?   

A bowl of tender tagliatelle entwined with slow-braised short ribs that practically melt into a rich tomato and herb sauce. Don’t forget to top it off with a generous shaving of Parmesan.  

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Winter Market Pasta with Sausage and Beans 

Cold nights call for hot bowls of comfort.  

Spicy Italian sausage, tender beans and vibrant greens come together in a dish that’s as cozy as your favorite flannel.  

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Butternut Squash Gnocchi 

Pillowy butternut squash gnocchi, tossed in sage-infused brown butter with a hint of chili heat. Handle the dough gently (no overmixing!) and pan-fry for that extra crunch.  

Pair with a glass of chardonnay for cozy-night-in vibes.   

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Tagliatelle Carbonara with Crispy Mushrooms 

Mushroom lovers, meet your new favorite pasta.  

Picture yourself twirling tagliatelle drenched in a rich, velvety carbonara sauce, with every bite hitting you with crispy bacon and golden, crunchy mushrooms.   

Get the Tagliatelle Carbonara with Crispy Mushrooms recipe! 

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Sausage Kale Pasta with Mascarpone Sauce 

A one-pan wonder that feels fancy but is secretly so easy.  

Savory sausage, garlicky kale and the creamiest mascarpone sauce come together in a pasta that’ll have everyone going back for seconds (and maybe thirds).  

Get the Sausage Kale Pasta with Mascarpone Sauce recipe!  

Hungry for more? Amplify your dish’s cozy, earthy vibes by serving it up in style with our Emerald Cloud Dinnerware collection. Inspired by winter with pops of emerald green and vibrant gold, this collection will make every meal feel like an elevated, seasonal feast.  

Shop Our Emerald Cloud Dinnerware Collection 

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