Thursday, August 15, 2013

Marinara Pasta Bake


This recipe is a great way to have a meatless meal and be frugal. And it is easy easy!


Marinara Pasta Bake

1 pound pasta of your choice (used radiatore)
1 quart jar of Sweet Spaghetti Sauce or tomato based sauce of your choice
2 cups mozzarella or Italian blend cheese, shredded
Parmesan cheese 
parsley
optional fillings: 1 cup cottage cheese, spinach, onions, green peppers

Preheat oven to 400 ° F.
Prepare pasta according to package directions. Cook until al dente (the lower time suggestion) and drain. Pour pasta in 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
Combine pasta with Sweet Spaghetti Sauce, stir well. Mix in any optional filling at this time.
Top with shredded cheese, Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until the cheese starts to lightly brown.