Three Cheese Spirals
Indulge in the creamy delight of Three Cheese Spirals, a baked pasta dish that's pure comfort food perfection. This recipe combines tender rotini pasta with a luscious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, all enveloped in a decadent garlic-infused cream sauce. Topped with a golden layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan, every bite is rich, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this 40-minute dish is easy to prepare and serves up to four. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, Three Cheese Spirals will quickly become a family favorite. Luxurious, cheesy, and packed with flavor—this pasta bake is a must-try for any cheese lover!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Rotini pasta
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Butter
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella, and 1/4 cup of the grated Parmesan. Mix well.
Pour the cream and garlic mixture over the pasta and cheese mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with lightly golden edges.
Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Three Cheese Spirals!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3529 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.0 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.8 g | 489% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4453 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.6 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 131.3 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2828 mg | 218% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1423 mg | 30% | |
*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.
