Baked Pasta Recipe: Make A Cheesy Italian Meal At Home

By Garima Johar

August 12, 2025

The Italian staple pasta can be prepared with your favourite veggies, sauces, and cheese. For a cheesy and filling evening snack or dinner, make a serving of baked pasta for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

500 grams of pasta 1 jar marinara sauce 2 cups ricotta cheese 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Dried oregano and basil Salt and pepper to taste

Step 1

Boil the pasta in salted water till it softens. Drain the water and set aside.

Step 2

Mix marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Spread marinara sauce in a baking tray, top with cooked pasta, followed by the remaining sauce.

Step 4

Add the cheese mixture and sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers.

Step 5

Bake for about 30 minutes, garnish with Parmesan cheese and serve hot.