A delicious and effortless dinner that brings together creamy textures with bold Italian flavors, creating a comforting meal perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (15-ounce) jar zesty marinara sauce
1 cup ricotta cheese
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente (about 6-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, zesty marinara sauce, and ricotta cheese. Mix until the pasta is well-coated.
Layer the Ingredients: Transfer half of the macaroni mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the first layer. Add the remaining macaroni mixture and top with the rest of the mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
