Baked Penne Recipe
Penne pasta baked with cheese and marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pasta
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta with the marinara sauce. Mix well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
- 4
Layer the Dish
In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the pasta mixture. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese on top. Add the remaining pasta mixture and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 5
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.