Three Cheese Baked Pasta Recipe

Creamy, dreamy, and utterly irresistible! This Three Cheese Baked Pasta recipe, adapted from a Southern Living classic, delivers a comforting dish with layers of cheesy goodness. Featuring a blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and a creamy Alfredo sauce base, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal. We've boosted the flavor with extra seasoning for an even more satisfying experience. Get ready to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 461 kcal
Protein 43g
Rating 4.3 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Three Cheese Baked Pasta

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How to Make Three Cheese Baked Pasta

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup Alfredo sauce, 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Lightly grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
  6. Spoon half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine 15 ounces ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper.
  8. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the pasta layer.
  9. Top with the remaining pasta mixture.
  10. Sprinkle generously with 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through, and the cheese is golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

59g

Carbs

15g

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