Are you ready to tickle your taste buds with a dish that’s as comforting as a warm blanket on a chilly evening? Let’s dive into the delightful world of Baked Mostaccioli! This cheesy, saucy goodness is the answer to your “what’s for dinner?” dilemma. Grab your favorite spoon, and let’s get cooking!
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Feast your eyes on this masterpiece!
Ingredients
To whip up this scrumptious dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 12 ounces mostaccioli pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, your choice!)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 ounces marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade, no judgment here)
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Now, onto the fun part: cooking! Follow these simple steps to achieve cheesy goodness:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). It’s time to heat things up!
- In a large pot, cook the mostaccioli pasta according to package directions, but make sure to undercook it by 2 minutes. We want them just right for baking!
- While the pasta is cooking, in a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, and your kitchen starts to smell amazing.
- Add the Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook it until it’s nice and browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. You want it to be like little meaty confetti!
- Once the sausage is cooked, stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper. Let that simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked mostaccioli, meat sauce, and ricotta cheese. Stir it all together like you’re creating a magic potion.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly and sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan. More cheese, please!
- Pop it in the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then slice it up and serve with a side of garlic bread. Voila! You’ve made a delicious Baked Mostaccioli that’s sure to impress!
Get ready to dig in and relish every cheesy bite. Don’t forget to share this delightful dish with your pals—or keep it all to yourself. No shame in the pasta game!