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Pasta alla Sorrentina

Pasta alla Sorrentina: Cozy Italian Bake for Family Nights

Pasta alla Sorrentina is a comforting baked pasta dish with rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 400 g Rigatoni or Penne Pasta Substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed.
For the Sauce
  • 500 g Tomato Passata Crushed tomatoes are a good alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust according to taste.
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for extra heat.
For the Topping
  • 250 g Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Use high-quality mozzarella for best results.
  • 50 g Grated Parmesan Cheese For a savory crust.
  • Handful Fresh Basil Leaves Torn, dried basil can be used if fresh is unavailable.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta for 2 minutes less than package instructions. Strain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Add tomato passata to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and mix, adding reserved cooking water if needed.
  6. Transfer to a baking dish, top with mozzarella, Parmesan, and remaining basil.
  7. Bake in oven for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let cool for a couple of minutes, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Slightly undercooking the pasta helps avoid mushiness during baking.

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