Pasta Board : The Ultimate Build-Your-Own Pasta Experience
Turn pasta night into a fun, hands-on feast with a Pasta Board—your new favorite way to serve a crowd. Pile a board high with different pastas, a trio of sauces, and plenty of toppings so everyone can build their perfect bowl. Whether it’s a casual gathering or a cozy family dinner, this interactive setup brings major flavor and zero fuss. It’s pasta night—remixed.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 1x
Ingredients
1 pound cooked pasta (mix shapes: penne, rigatoni, fusilli)
2–3 sauces (see below)
Assorted toppings and garnishes
Sauce Ideas
Marinara – Classic tomato with herbs
Alfredo – Creamy, buttery, rich
Pesto – Fresh basil, olive oil, parmesan
Topping Options
Grilled or shredded chicken
Sautéed mushrooms
Roasted veggies (zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli)
Olives or sun-dried tomatoes
Fresh basil or parsley
Shaved parmesan or mozzarella pearls
Crushed red pepper, lemon zest, black pepper
Toasted breadcrumbs or pine nuts
Instructions
Cook and Cool Pasta
Boil pasta types separately in salted water until al dente. Toss lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Warm the Sauces
Heat sauces in separate bowls or keep warm in small pots or slow cookers.
Arrange the Board
On a large board, tray, or table, group pastas in sections. Place sauces in small bowls or jars. Fill in the gaps with toppings in little dishes or scattered clusters.
Serve and Build
Let everyone build their own pasta bowl by mixing and matching their favorite combos.
Nutrition
- Calories: 400–600
- Fat: 15–30g
- Carbohydrates: 40–60g
- Protein: 15–25g