Description
Baked Penne Pasta with Mozzarella is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender pasta enveloped in a rich tomato sauce and topped with gooey, bubbling mozzarella. This hearty dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends, delivering a mouthwatering flavor experience that will leave everyone wanting more. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s a surefire hit at any table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed or shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
- Cook the penne in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Mix in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked penne with the tomato sauce in a bowl. Stir in half of the mozzarella before transferring to the baking dish.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg