This is simply satisfying, and I just had to get this fave
dish of mine in one last time before grilling season is here!
I don’t which I like better ~ the crispy browned bits of
pasta sticking to the side of the baking dish or the slightly tangy cheese
that’s smothering the noodles.
This is easy ~ it’s a low-maintenance dish that you can prepare
upfront, and then a half-hour before mealtime, pop it into your oven. The oven time turns it into a savory, deliciousness
for your crowd! If there’s no
crowd, the leftovers will be magnificent!
And ~ yet again, I did it, I didn’t pull out the camera until supper
was about over ~ sometimes my food is camera
shy and just wants to be eaten!
Baked Penne with
Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Ingredients:
1 pound penne pasta
Cooking spray
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (14-ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
8 ounces mozzarella, shredded
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan
Method:
Cook pasta, al dente, following package directions.
Coat large skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
Add garlic and cook over high heat for 1 minute.
Add tomatoes and seasonings; cook until slightly thickened,
about 10 minutes.
Toss pasta with the tomato mixture.
Coat a 9” x 13” baking dish with cooking spray.
Place half of pasta in the baking dish.
Top with half of mozzarella and Parmesan, and repeat layers.
Bake in 400 degree oven for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is
melted, hot and bubbly.
Let stand for 5 minutes.
Serve
ENJOY!
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This is something that would really be a hit here! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so good. It's still cold here and this would be a perfect dinner and yummy leftovers.
ReplyDeletePam,
ReplyDeleteYour pasta dish looks so good, with all of that gooey Cheese. this is my go to dish, when we have a crowd. Also my granddaughter love this. It's her favorite pasta dish.
All our dinners insist on being eaten before I fuss with a camera:)
ReplyDeleteLooks good Pam.
Hi Pam.....Hope you're seeing signs of Spring around your place. We have lots and lots of pollen hanging out around here...
ReplyDeleteAnother delicious recipe....I'd love to have this for dinner tonight!!
Guess I'll have to settle for pot. soup.
Shug
Low maintenance dishes are always welcome in our home and so are the crusty bits of pasta.
ReplyDeleteSam
Pam, This does look nice and simple... I personally like those bits along the side of the baking dish! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
ReplyDeleteI was thinking the same thing, Pam. As a matter of fact, I "threw" some lamb chops on the grill for dinner. Marion was thrilled! Of course, if I were to show her your delicious looking Penne, I'm sure she would be putting a request "ticket" in:)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing, Pam...
Oh, this pasta would go over well around here! Easy, comforting and so, so tasty!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
ReplyDeletePasta and cheese, bring it on!
ReplyDeleteYummy in my tummy.
M : )
Oh my guys would tear this pasta up! Looks scrumptious!
ReplyDeleteBaked ziti is one of my absolute favorites. This looks so good Pam!
ReplyDeleteThere's nothing more comforting than a baked pasta dish with lots of cheese! YUM! May I have a bite?
ReplyDeleteNothing like a good cheese and pasta bake.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment on my blog. Sorry your family member was having spinal issues.
Looks delicious ~ one of my fav pasta dishes actually ~
ReplyDeleteThis is my kind of comfort food! YUM.
ReplyDeleteMy kids love eating baked pasta. They would definitely love this.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
I vote for the crispy bits around the edge of the pan:) This looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteAnything with cheese is a winner!
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