No-Boil Cheesy Baked Penne (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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4 cups penne, uncooked
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3 cups pasta sauce
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3 cups water
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp dried minced onion
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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chopped fresh basil for garnish, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with extra virgin olive oil.
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Add the uncooked penne, pasta sauce, water, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, dried minced onion, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Stir together to combine.
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Add the mixture to the 9x13-inch baking dish. Tightly cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. If the pasta is still too firm, add another 5 to 10 minutes.
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Remove the aluminum foil and stir in the ricotta cheese. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
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Bake, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.