Four Cheese Bow Tie Bake
Indulge in the velvety richness of this Four Cheese Bow Tie Bake, a comforting pasta dish that combines creamy, melty goodness with a golden, crispy topping. Tender farfalle pasta is coated in a luscious, homemade cheese sauce featuring mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and ricotta, delivering layers of indulgent flavor in every bite. Topped with a crunchy blend of panko breadcrumbs and fresh parsley, this baked pasta dish embodies gourmet coziness while remaining simple to prepare. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this 45-minute recipe serves up to six and is destined to be a family favorite. Whether you're looking for the ultimate cheesy casserole or an easy baked pasta recipe, this four-cheese masterpiece ticks all the right boxes. Serve warm and watch it disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 0.75 cup Crumbled ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the bow tie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and mix in the mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and ricotta cheeses. Stir until the cheeses are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta and cheese sauce. Mix thoroughly to coat all the pasta evenly.
Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
In a small bowl, combine the chopped parsley and panko breadcrumbs. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the pasta.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4687 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.6 g | 315% | |
| Saturated Fat | 145.3 g | 726% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 5546 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.8 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 180.3 g | 361% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.3 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 3486 mg | 268% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2037 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
