Baked Penne Recipe
Make Baked Penne Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pasta
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Sauce Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until combined.
- 3
Assemble the Bake
Transfer the pasta mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- 4
Bake the Penne
Drizzle the olive oil over the top and cover the dish with aluminum foil. 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.
- 5
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your baked penne!
