A baked bowtie pasta casserole layered with savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella — a fun and satisfying spin on classic lasagna.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
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1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups marinara sauce
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
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1 egg
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½ cup grated parmesan
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2 tbsp chopped parsley or basil
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2 cups shredded mozzarella
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Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
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In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil. Add ground meat and brown thoroughly. Drain fat.
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Stir in marinara sauce, herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10–15 minutes.
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In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, parmesan, and herbs.
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In a greased 9×13-inch pan, layer sauce, pasta, ricotta, and mozzarella. Repeat layers.
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Top with extra mozzarella and parmesan.
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Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more.
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Let rest 10 minutes before serving.