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Baked Penne Pasta With Mozzarella

This baked penne pasta dish is a comforting and cheesy delight, featuring a rich tomato sauce, al dente pasta, and gooey mozzarella, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 12 ounces penne pasta uncooked
  • 2 cups marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
For the Topping
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Pasta
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, and half of the grated parmesan cheese. Mix well.
Assemble the Dish
  1. Transfer the pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  2. Top the pasta with the shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining parmesan cheese.
Bake
  1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Remove the baked penne from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in some cooked vegetables like spinach or mushrooms before baking. This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

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