Penne Pasta W/marinara Half Pan Recipe

Inspired by Polizzi's

Time40m

Serves8

Penne pasta tossed with our house made marinara sauce topped with mozzarella cheese

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Penne Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the marinara sauce, adding salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Toss to combine and ensure the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
4
Add Cheese and Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the pasta and sauce mixture into a half pan. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.