Stovetop Baked Pasta 🍝🍝🍝🍝

 Here’s a quick stovetop baked pasta recipe that doesn’t require an oven:

Ingredients:

250g pasta (penne, rigatoni, or macaroni)

1 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)

1 cup shredded mozzarella or any cheese of choice

1/4 cup grated Parmesan

1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for creamier sauce)

1 tsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic (minced)

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente (according to the package instructions). Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the sauce:

In a deep skillet or pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in heavy cream (optional) for a richer texture.

3. Combine pasta and sauce:

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Cover the skillet with a lid.

4. Melt the cheese:

Reduce the heat to low and let the cheese melt for about 5 minutes. You can check occasionally to ensure the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Garnish and serve:

Once the cheese is fully melted, remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired, and serve immediately

Tips:

You can add cooked vegetables, chicken, or sausage to the pasta for extra flavor.

For a crispier top without an oven, lightly toast breadcrumbs in a separate pan and sprinkle on top before serving.

This method gives you the feel of baked pasta without needing an oven!