Broiled Italian Pasta
Broiled Italian Pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your table. Combining perfectly cooked pasta with rich marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, and a crispy Parmesan topping, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Ready in under 30 minutes, each bite is a celebration of flavors that will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- In the pot with drained pasta, combine marinara sauce, half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and sautéed garlic.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheeses.
- Broil for about 5 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg