Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNitty Gritty-MadisonPasta Buffet Recipe

Pasta Buffet Recipe

Time1h
Serves8

Spaghetti and rigatoni pasta served with three sauces: meatball marinara, chicken alfredo, vegetarian primavera. Parmesan cheese, breadsticks, Caesar salad.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Sides

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook Spaghetti and Rigatoni

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 2

    Prepare Meatball Marinara Sauce

    In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat. Add marinara sauce to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes.

  2. 3

    Prepare Chicken Alfredo Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add cubed chicken breast and cook until browned. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

  3. 4

    Prepare Vegetarian Primavera Sauce

    In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mixed vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender. Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Sides Preparation

  1. 5

    Serve Breadsticks

    Warm the breadsticks in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.

  2. 6

    Prepare Caesar Salad

    In a large bowl, combine Caesar salad mix with Caesar dressing and toss well to coat. Serve immediately.

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