The Pasta Queen
12 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Creamy Pea Pasta with Pecorino and Egg
A one‑pot Italian pasta where tubetti cooks directly in a silky pea‑cream sauce, finished with grated pecorino and a velvety egg‑cheese emulsion. Fresh or frozen peas, ultra‑fine pecorino, and careful stirring give a restaurant‑quality dish at home.
My Nonna’s Focaccia
A fluffy, cloud‑like focaccia topped with fresh crushed tomatoes, dried oregano and a generous drizzle of extra‑virgin olive oil. The dough is hydrated, slow‑fermented for 24 hours and given a final rise before baking, resulting in a light, airy crumb and a crisp, golden crust.
YOU don’t need a pasta machine!
Learn how to make silky fresh pasta at home using only a rolling pin and a fork. This step‑by‑step guide from The Pasta Queen shows you how to mix, knead, rest, roll, and cut the dough into classic shapes like tagliolini and farfalle (papartele) without any special equipment.
The Authentic Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe
A luxurious baked spaghetti dish featuring crispy pancetta, a rich white‑wine tomato sauce, and molten provolone nests topped with pecorino. Inspired by traditional Southern Italian flavors, this recipe creates elegant spaghetti “volcanoes” that look as impressive as they taste.
Italian Pasta Salad Recipe in 60 Seconds
A bright, fresh Italian pasta salad featuring cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, creamy fresh mozzarella, and a generous drizzle of extra‑virgin olive oil. Perfect as a side dish for summer gatherings or a light main.
The Pesto of Your Dreams
A vibrant, aromatic pesto made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmigiano‑Reggiano, Pecorino Romano and extra‑virgin olive oil – the perfect sauce for pasta, sandwiches, salads and more.
Italian Style Tomato Risotto Pasta
An unconventional Italian‑style pasta cooked like a risotto. Fresh Roma tomatoes are blanched, blended and simmered with cream, sautéed shallots and fragrant basil. Uncooked pasta is added directly to the sauce, releasing starch that thickens the dish into a silky, comforting bowl of pasta heaven.
Feta and Tomato Pasta Recipe in 60 Seconds
A quick, creamy Italian‑inspired pasta where tangy feta cheese is whisked into a silky sauce with heavy cream, tossed with al dente pasta, sweet grape tomatoes, and fresh basil. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels restaurant‑worthy.
Spaghetti Cacio & Pepe, Classic Italian recipe
A traditional Roman spaghetti cacio e pepe made with ultra‑fine Pecorino Romano, freshly ground peppercorns, and starchy pasta water for a silky, non‑clumpy sauce. Simple, authentic, and ready in under 35 minutes.
The Authentic Cacio & Pepe
A quick, classic Italian spaghetti boiled in generously salted water for perfect flavor, finished with extra‑virgin olive oil and freshly grated Parmesan. Ideal for a fast weeknight dinner.
The Authentic Cacio & Pepe
A quick, light Italian pasta dish featuring perfectly al dente spaghetti tossed with toasted black pepper, sea salt, and a drizzle of high‑quality olive oil. Inspired by The Pasta Queen’s minimalist style, this recipe is ready in under 35 minutes and serves two.
The Classic Carbonara
A quick and easy Italian-inspired pasta dish highlighted by extra‑fine grated Parmesan cheese, as demonstrated by The Pasta Queen. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.