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"[#image: /photos/57d8c9c5f71ce8751f6b629a]||||||\\n\\nAs comforting as a plate full of [whole-grain pasta](/flash/2013/07/nutrition-superfood-whole-grain-pasta) with marinara can be, this fiber-rich [superfood](/fooddiet/superfoods/index/index_20130118) still could use an exciting twist from time to time, you know? If you're bored with the basic boil-sauce-[pasta](/flash/2013/05/nutrition-healthy-pasta-dishes) routine, you'll love these unique takes on this filling favorite.\\n\\n- [Lasagna Cupcakes](http://www.cupcakeproject.com/2012/02/lasagna-cupcakes-two-ways.html): Everything is cuter in cupcake form, right? Well, not only do these babies provide the perfect portion-control for comfort-food favorite, lasagna, they also are bursting with flavor. To keep these cuppies on the healthier side, opt for extra lean ground beef or turkey and whole-grain lasagna noodles, of course. Use silicone cupcake liners to create 'em -- they're easier to eat and clean.\\n- [Spaghetti With Strawberries](http://www.yumsugar.com/Recipe-Spaghetti-Strawberries-8385855): Tomatoes are common in pasta dishes; strawberries, not so much. But when I spotted this recipe from Manhattan eatery Sfoglia *[Ed. note: A Jacoby family favorite! - RJ]*, the combo of strawberries and spaghetti totally made since. Halved strawberries, tomato puree and good quality balsamic vinegar make for a balance of sweet, acidic and savory flavors.\\n- [Spaghetti and Zucchini Pancakes](http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/spaghetti-zucchini-pancakes-00100000066763/): This recipe takes whole-grain spaghetti out of the proverbial box and turns it into pancakes. Seriously. The addition of zucchini and onion gives 'em a nutritional boost; cooking them in a skillet with olive oil provides the golden-brown crisp texture. Serve them with marinara sauce for dipping to take this unique dinner over the top.\\n\\n*What tricks do you have up your sleeve to eat more whole-grain pasta? Tweet us [@SELFmagazine](https://twitter.com/selfmagazine) and [@sarahjaneRD](https://twitter.com/sarahjaneRD)!*\\n\\n RELATED LINKS:\\n\\n- [Healthy Pasta Dishes Under 450 Calories](/flash/2013/05/nutrition-healthy-pasta-dishes)\\n- [Recipe: Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs](/fooddiet/recipes/2012/03/spaghetti-with-turkey-meatballs)\\n- [Easy Stir-Fry Recipes--600 Calories or Less](/fooddiet/2013/03/easy-stir-fry-recipes-slideshow)\\n\\nImage Credit: *Cupcake Project*"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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