Delicious Pasta Bake Recipe Easy Comfort Food for Everyone
Author:antaki
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Description
Try this easy pasta bake recipe for ultimate comfort food Perfect for gatherings its a hearty dish loved by all Satisfaction in every bite 155 chars
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups of dried pasta
2 cups of marinara sauce
1 cup of cooked chicken or Italian sausage, diced (optional)
1 cup of ricotta cheese
2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
1 clove of garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook your pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, until al dente.
Drain the pasta and set it aside in a large mixing bowl.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic in a drizzle of olive oil until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Combine the sautéed garlic and meat with the drained pasta. Stir in the marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the pasta mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake it in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
Once it’s out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
A comforting and delicious Pasta Bake recipe that’s easy to prepare. Perfect for family dinners, this dish is budget-friendly and offers endless variations.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Category:Dinner
Cuisine:Italian
Nutrition
Serving Size:6 servings
Calories:450
Sugar:5g
Fat:20g
Carbohydrates:50g
Fiber:3g
Protein:25g
Keywords: Pasta Bake, Italian Recipe, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Easy Recipe
