How to Make a Pasta Bake

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

   You are under-cooking the pasta because it will finish cooking in the oven., Gently toss the two together until the pasta is evenly coated.
   
   Set the rest of the pasta and sauce aside; you will be using them in another layer.
   
   Use a 3-quart (2.8 liters) casserole dish. , Start with ¼ cup (25 grams) of Parmesan cheese, then half of the ricotta cheese.
   
   Add 1 cup (100 grams) of the mozzarella cheese. , Mix the rest of the pasta and marinara sauce, and add it to the casserole dish.
   
   Sprinkle rest of the Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella cheese on top. , Make sure that the foil is not touching the cheese. , The center should be bubbly and heated through.
   
   If you want to get a nice, crispy layer on top, place your dish under the broiler (uncovered) until the top turns golden brown, about 4 minutes.,,
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   Step 2: Cook the pasta in salted water for 3 minutes less than the recommended time

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   Step 3: then drain it and set it aside.

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   Step 4: Pour half of the marinara sauce and half of the pasta into a lightly-greased casserole dish.

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   Step 5: Start layering the cheese on top.

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   Step 6: Repeat the pasta

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   Step 7: and cheese layers.

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   Step 8: Cover the dish lightly with tin foil and bake it for 35 minutes.

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   Step 9: Bake uncovered for another 10 to 15 minutes.

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    Step 10: Remove the dish from the oven

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    Step 11: and let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.This resting time not only allows the dish to cool enough to eat

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    Step 12: but also for the sauce to settle into all of the nooks and crannies.

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    Step 13: Finished.

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