Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 30 mins | Total time: 40 mins
If you are looking for another pasta dish to serve to your family, then you have to give this baked penne rigate a try. It is made with only a few simple ingredients and ready in no time. Enjoy a no-fuss weeknight meal packed with delicious cheese and marinara sauce any time with this easy-baked penne rigate recipe.
Feel free to add your preferred protein like ground beef and chicken or simply stick to the recipe if that’s what you desire.
This amazing pasta dish is ready in less than forty minutes making this excellent for busy weeknights. The combination of the cheeses makes this dish stand out! For an easy and quick meal, prep this in advance and keep it in the fridge until ready to bake.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 pound Penne Rigate Pasta
- 1 c. Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 c. Ricotta Cheese
- 3/4 c. Parmesan Cheese
- 1 jar of Marinara Sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
Topping:
- 1/4 c. Parmesan Cheese
DIRECTIONS :
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 350 degrees.
Step 2: In a large pot with boiling salted water, add the penne rigate and cook following the package directions until al dente.
Step 3: Place the mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan cheese in a bowl along with the eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well until blended.
Step 4: Drain the pasta when done. Return the pasta to the pot and pour in half of the marinara sauce. Toss well.
Step 5: On top of the pasta, scoop the cheese mixture and evenly spread.
Step 6: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and drizzle the rest of the marinara sauce on top, then sprinkle with 1/4 c of the Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven and resume baking for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
