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Baked Pasta

A comforting and versatile dish featuring layers of pasta, rich marinara sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: baked pasta, pasta recipe, Italian cuisine, comfort food
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta penne or rigatoni
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix half of the marinara sauce with the cooked pasta.
  • In a baking dish, layer half of the pasta mixture.
  • Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the pasta layer.
  • Sprinkle a third of the mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients.
  • Finish with the remaining marinara sauce and top with the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 5g