Three Cheese Rotini Bake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Three Cheese Rotini Bake, a family-friendly dish that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Tender rotini pasta is swirled with a rich, garlicky marinara sauce and layered with creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan for a cheesy trifecta that’s impossible to resist. Aromatic Italian seasoning enhances the flavors, while a golden, bubbly crust seals the deal. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this hearty, oven-baked dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing casserole for potlucks. Serve it with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete Italian-inspired feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente according to the package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rotini, half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, the ricotta cheese, and the marinara sauce mixture. Mix gently until the pasta is evenly coated.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a little olive oil or cooking spray. Pour the pasta mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and all of the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Let the Three Cheese Rotini Bake cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.0 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 407 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 5042 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.8 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 157.0 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3682 mg | 283% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1252 mg | 27% | |
*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.
