Jul 14 2026
Restaurants›Rasta Pasta›Create Your Own Pasta Bowl Recipe

Create Your Own Pasta Bowl Recipe

Inspired by Rasta Pasta
Time30m
Serves4

Choice of pasta (penne, spaghetti, rotini) with butter sauce or marinara sauce.

Jump to Recipe

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Pasta

Sauces

Toppings (optional)

Method

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring 4-6 cups of salted water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Add your choice of pasta (penne, spaghetti, or rotini) to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-12 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.

Preparing the Sauce

  1. 4

    Melt Butter

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it is fully liquefied.

  2. 5

    Add Seasoning

    Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and black pepper into the melted butter. Stir well to combine.

  3. 6

    Combine Sauce with Pasta

    Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the butter sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If using marinara sauce, add it at this stage and mix thoroughly.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Pasta

    Serve the pasta in bowls. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and crushed red pepper flakes for added flavor.

  2. 8

    Add Optional Toppings

    Top with sautéed vegetables if desired, and serve immediately.

More from Rasta Pasta