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Honeycomb Pasta Bake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A delicious baked pasta dish with a honeycomb appearance, layered with marinara and cheese for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Pasta and Cheese

  • 1 pound Rigatoni pasta (cooked to al dente)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cups marinara sauce (divided)
  • 3 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning blend
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare a springform pan with olive oil spray and place on a sheet tray.
  • Cook pasta to al dente, drain, toss with olive oil, then cool slightly.
  • Arrange pasta vertically in the pan to create a honeycomb pattern. Spoon 1 cup marinara into the openings.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella and parmesan into the openings, then cover with remaining sauce and cheese. Bake covered 15 min, then uncovered 15-20 min until golden.
  • Cool slightly, run a knife around the edges, remove the pan ring, garnish with basil, then slice and serve.

Notes

For best results, serve hot and fresh. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pasta