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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Mixture
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix well until fully combined.
Cooking
- 3
Make the Sauce
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the marinara sauce, add dried oregano, and season with salt and black pepper. Stir and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta with the marinara sauce. Add in the cheese mixture and mix gently until the pasta is coated evenly.
- 5
Transfer to Baking Dish
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the pasta mixture to a half pan (or a 9x13 inch baking dish).
- 6
Add Toppings
Sprinkle the extra shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the pasta. Add chopped fresh basil for flavor.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Three-Cheese Pasta!
