Jul 14 2026

Pasta Gratin Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

penne, gruyere, parmesan, crème fraiche

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pasta

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Cheese Mixture

    In a bowl, combine the crème fraîche, minced garlic, grated Gruyere, and half of the grated Parmesan. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Combine Pasta and Cheese Mixture

    In a large mixing bowl, add the drained pasta to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Baking Dish

    Grease a baking dish with butter. Pour the pasta and cheese mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.

  5. 5

    Top with Cheese

    Sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the pasta mixture.

  6. 6

    Bake the Gratin

    Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious pasta gratin!

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