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Mediterranean Pesto Pasta Bake with Creamy Cheese

Dive into this Easy Mediterranean Pesto Pasta Bake featuring vibrant basil pesto, creamy cheeses, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Each scoop offers a perfect blend of textures, from the creamy ricotta to the crisp top layer of melted mozzarella, making it an irresistible classic you’ll want to make time and again.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup fresh basil pesto
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, pesto, cherry tomatoes, ricotta, salt, and pepper.
  4. Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  5. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after baking, but this dish can also be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to regain some of its original texture.