Baked Rotini

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this cheesy, flavorful Baked Rotini! Packed with tender rotini pasta, a savory homemade meat sauce featuring ground beef or Italian sausage, and a luscious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, this dish is baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Highlighted by the warmth of Italian seasoning and aromatic garlic, every bite delivers a cozy and satisfying flavor experience. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, this easy-to-make casserole is ready in under an hour and serves a crowd. Garnished with optional fresh basil, it’s a family-friendly favorite that’s sure to become a recipe on repeat. Keywords: baked rotini recipe, cheesy pasta bake, easy dinner casserole, Italian sausage pasta, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz Rotini pasta
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 lb Ground beef or Italian sausage
• 24 oz Marinara sauce
• 1 tsp Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp Fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef or Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 6

Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 7

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, ricotta cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 8

Add the meat sauce to the pasta mixture and stir until well coated.

Step 9

Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the baked rotini rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1757.6 grams (1757.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3285

Total Fat 125.50g	161%
Saturated Fat 43.70g	219%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 341mg	114%
Sodium 3010mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 378.80g	138%
Dietary Fiber 23.80g	85%
Total Sugars 34.80g
Protein 156.60g	313%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 734mg	56%
Iron 24mg	136%
Potassium 2329mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 46.3%