Pasta alla Sorrentina: The Ultimate Cheesy Comfort Delight
Pasta alla Sorrentina is a classic Italian dish that combines the comforting texture of pasta with the richness of melted cheese and a savory tomato sauce. This recipe is perfect for cheese lovers and makes for a delightful meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: main course
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: vegetarian
- 300 grams pasta
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 200 grams mozzarella cheese
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and add the tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and dried basil. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, then add the mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins to the pasta mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
Keywords: Pasta alla Sorrentina, Italian pasta, cheesy pasta dish, comfort food