Kids Pasta Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Cook Rotini with Butter

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and stir until melted and the pasta is well coated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

2. 2

   Prepare Spaghetti with Marinara

   In a separate pot, bring water to boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 9-11 minutes. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add marinara sauce to the pot. Drain the spaghetti and sauce, then mix gently before serving.

3. 3

   Cook Penne with Alfredo

   Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, typically 10-12 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add the Alfredo sauce and stir until pasta is well coated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Prepare Lasagna

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Layer 3 lasagna noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, 1 cup of mozzarella, and a bit more marinara sauce. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with marinara and remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.