Campanelli is a frilly trumpet-shaped pasta. If you cannot find it, fusilli works well. Take care not to overreduce the vinegar, or it will become bitter.

The use of store-bought pesto sauce makes this dish a snap. Throw it together while your Layered Mexican Chicken bakes during our Cook Once, Eat All Week series.
POINTS® Value: 7
Level of Difficulty: Easy

This garlic-fragrant dish is pretty healthy as it stands. You could make it slightly more so by halving or cutting out the wine; the lemon juice and zest add enough acid to the broth. And, of course, make that pound of noodles serve six, not four, people.

Here’s a quick and simple one-skillet dinner that proves the versatility of pasta in the American kitchen. Buttermilk and zesty chili powder add Southwestern flair and unique flavor to this delightful dish. Serve with sour cream or shredded cheddar cheese sprinkled on top, and add a dark green salad for a complete, hearty meal.

Serve with not-too-salty pickled cucumbers, and ice cold mugicha to drink. Or serve with tempura, which can be dipped in the same sauce.