Recipes for Pasta Dry

Safe ways to use pasta dry past its expiration date

Expired Pasta Salad

Expired Pasta Salad

A refreshing pasta salad using expired dry pasta that is still safe to consume.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired dry pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the expired dry pasta according to package instructions, ensuring it is fully cooked.
  2. Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water to cool it down.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is well coated.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Expired Pasta with Tomato Sauce

Expired Pasta with Tomato Sauce

A classic pasta dish with a homemade tomato sauce using expired dry pasta that is still safe to consume.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired dry pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the expired dry pasta according to package instructions, ensuring it is fully cooked. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
  5. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
  8. Serve the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  9. Enjoy while hot!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Pasta Dry with Garlic and Olive Oil

Pasta Dry with Garlic and Olive Oil

A simple and delicious pasta dish made with slightly expired dry pasta that is safe to consume.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 200g Pasta Dry
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain well.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat with the garlic-infused olive oil.
  5. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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