Tomato And Red Pepper Pasta Bake Recipes

TOMATO AND RED PEPPER PASTA BAKE

Steps:

• Cook 1 pound of pasta for 2 minutes less than the lowest time on the package directions. It will continue cooking when it bakes so we want it to be slightly undercooked here. Drain and rinse in cold water to stop the cooking, set aside.
• Add one (28 ounce) can tomatoes, about one can worth of water and 1 teaspoon of sugar. If using whole tomatoes crush with the back of a large spoon or spatula. Bring sauce to a simmer and let cook, stirring frequently until sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
• Bake for 25 minutes at 375° F, then broil for 3-5 minutes until the top is brown and blistered.

BAKED PASTA WITH TOMATO, RED PEPPER, AND SWEET ITALIAN SAUCE

Steps:

• Sauce-in a large, deep skillet (the author uses a deep flameproof casserole, but I never cook on the stovetop in a casserole pan), heat the oil over med-high heat.
• Cook the sausage meat, breaking up the meat with a spoon, for about 5 minutes, or until no pinkness remains.
• Drain of most of the fat.
• Add the mushrooms and saute for 4 minutes.
• Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute.
• Add the marinara sauce and red peppers, reduced heat to medium, and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken.
• Add the cream, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
• Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken.
• Taste and adjust for seasonings.
• Preheat the oven to 375°.
• Oil a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Salt the water, add the pasta, and cook over high heat for 10-11 minutes, OR until al dente; drain well.
• In a medium bowl, combine the cheeses.
• Combine the pasta with the sauce in the pan; add 1 cup of the blended cheeses and arugula leaves, mixing well to combine.
• Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish and evenly sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
• Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the sauce begins to bubble and the cheese is browned.
• Serve immediately.