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With pasta, the possibilities are almost endless, from simple and cozy to elegant and sophisticated. It's something the whole family will eat, from toddlers to teenagers, and it's often quicker to make than waiting for the delivery man.

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With pasta, the possibilities are almost endless, from simple and cozy to elegant and sophisticated. It's something the whole family will eat, from toddlers to teenagers, and it's often quicker to make than waiting for the delivery man. With a food this versatile, it's just about impossible to go wrong! The only problem? Finding enough great pasta recipes! With Betty Crocker's New Pasta Cookbook, your pasta problems are solved -- easily, deliciously, and with an extra helping of creativity. Of course you'll find the classics here, such as spaghetti and meatballs -- and so much more. Enjoy an entire chapter devoted to fabulous lasagnas, rush to Pasta in a Pinch for dinners in 20 minutes -- or less& mdash; and sample new pasta twists, such as Fettuccine Carbonara with Prosciutto and Zucchini. Looking for low-fat fare? There's an entire chapter, with appealing choices such as Chicken Penne a la Marengo and Teriyaki Mushroom Noodles. Ready to move beyond tuna noodle casserole? Venture into the chapter on soups, stews and casseroles, for hearty meals -- Rigatoni Pizza Stew, Santa Fe Chicken-Tortellini Casserole, or Seafood Stew with Orzo. Want some cool ideas for pasta salads? Enjoy an entire chapter of salad recipes. And then there's entertaining -- pasta's the ticket! Treat your guests to Pasta Bundles with Chevre, Harvest Torte or Capellini with Lobster. Finally, learn how to make your own sauces -- even your own fresh pasta! Everything you'll ever want is right here -- terrific recipes, a great glossary, easy photographs to identify the many types of pasta, wonderful photographs of the recipes serving suggestions, and the scoop on ingredients. So put the water on to boil -- it's pasta tonight!

Dig Into Everyone's Favorite Dinner PASTA! Looking for great pasta recipes? Betty Crocker has them right here. From traditional family favorites to sophisticated dishes perfect for entertaining, you'll want to try these terrific recipes just as fast as you can get the water to boil!

• Pasta Pronto!
• Orange-Teriyaki Beef with Noodles
• Fiery Fettuccine
• Greek Lamb and Orzo Turkey-Pasta Primavera
• Chicken Tortellini with Portabella Mushroom Sauce

Home-Style Favorites

• Cacciatore Chicken with Spaghetti
• Creamy Noodles Romanoff Primavera Pasta
• Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Low-Fat and Fabulous

• Beef Lo Mein
• Tuscan Pasta and Beans
• Chicken Penne á la Marengo Tropical Pasta
• Shrimp and Feta Radiatore

Entertaining Greats

• Chive-Pepper Pasta with Scallops
• Shrimp and Bow-Tie Salad with Fresh Fruit Salsa Harvest Torte
• Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Rolls with Fettuccini Poached Salmon in Orzo Broth Warm from the Oven Quick Lasagna
• Santa Fe Chicken-Tortellini Casserole Penne with Tomato and Smoked Cheese
• Alfredo Seafood Casserole
• Lasagna Roll-Ups Plus: A complete glossary of pasta terms and photographs to identify pasta types.