When time is short, try this robust dish. Hot linguine, pungent with garlic, makes a bold partner for buttery-rich sautéed chicken livers.

A crisp salad dressed with oil, vinegar, and herbs is a light alternative to a side of pasta. The chicken makes wonderful leftovers. Reheat it for 10 minutes, and try it in a sandwich with a little extra sauce on the side.

Named for a traditional Southern dish, this soup features black-eyed peas and greens along with tiny soup pasta such as stars (stelline or stellette) or circles (occhi di pernice - "partridge eyes").

Crunchy jícama and carrots combine with a zesty dressing for a terrific summer side dish. It can be made ahead—perfect for summer potlucks

Tiny rice-shaped pasta cooked in chicken broth with fresh chard and flavorful dried mushrooms makes a tempting dressing for a plump whole chicken. You’ll find the pasta sold under several names, among them orzo and riso.

Sautéed Bok Choy and Broccoli and a big bowl of white rice are all you need to accompany these tasty-and remarkably easy-fish steaks.

The flavor of this thick, chunky tomato sauce will satisfy any traditionalist, but it's made with browned ground turkey (not beef) and a host of fresh vegetables. Serve it over perciatelli—long, thin pasta tubes.