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Tomato, Basil and Cheese Baked Pasta Recipe

Tomato, Basil and Cheese Baked Pasta

Rachael Ray

Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray

Show: 30 Minute MealsEpisode: Cooking With Cami: Date Night

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate This RecipeRead users' reviews (219)

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  • on May 04, 2012

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    Don't be deceived by this recipe. Very wordy but simple to make! Simplifying this one and adding to my ZipList recipe box! Very Delicious with the basil and fresh mozzarella!

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  • on February 19, 2012

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    Yum! I added some dried Italian herbs to the tomato/onion mixture and used sliced mozzarella rather than shredded, so it needed much longer under the broiler, but this was absolutely delicious and easy!

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  • on January 10, 2012

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    I hate when users change everything then declare it was great. However . . . I followed some user comments and: 1 added fresh oregano, 2 added mild Italian sausage, 3 used a smaller amount of Ricotta and generous amounts of Parmigiana but eliminated the Mozzarella, as it seemed too rich, 3 added a can of tomato sauce, 4 baked it with foil for 20 minutes at 375, then removed foil for 7 minutes. The result was a gigantic hit. The sausage gave it a little extra kick. The flavors of fresh basil and fresh oregano were great.

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  • on January 03, 2012

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    I think this is excellent! My teenage daughters do not like ricotta or onions (yet so I had to omit them, but even without, this is a really great tasting pasta that is quick to make. Have made it a few times and will definately be making it more often.

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  • on December 05, 2011

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    This was easy and delish. I made it in the morning with a shortcut. I used my Vitamix blender to make the sauce, and I used a dried seasoning blend of onions ( Tastefully Simple brand and Golden nuggets dried garlic instead of fresh. I whizzed the tomato sauces and the spices long enough for it to heat in the Vitamix, then at the very end, added my fresh basil for another pulse. I used high quality cheeses and pesto, and so the flavors are fantastic. I had a taste when I took it out of the oven. In the fridge it goes, and when the busy night is in full swing, I'll reheat this for a yummy meal. This is going in the regular rotation. As a vegetarian, I really appreciate the meatless entress. Thanks!

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  • on November 28, 2011

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    After reading the reviews, I : 1 Used high-end crushed tomatoes for the sauce; 2 Added 2 tablespoons of tomato paste to the sauce; 3 Bought both FRESH Genovese pesto and FRESH mozzarella from Trader Joes; 4 used fat free ricotta and 5 I baked the dish for 15 minutes at 375 degrees and then put it under the broiler for 2-3 minutes. Hands down, this was delicious and a real crowd-pleaser! I think high quality ingredients and extra baking in the oven make the difference.

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  • on November 24, 2011

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    This dish was a hit my house, but didn't have enough sauce so next time I will add more.

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  • on October 23, 2011

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    Delicious!! I put 1 lb ground turkey meat and 1 can of tomato paste in the sauce as well and it came out awesome... def a keeper!

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  • on October 14, 2011

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    For such an easy recipe it really a 5 star but in the grand scheme of things its a 4. My husband liked it so much he had me make a second pan and freeze it for if i go out of town! I loved the layers, cheesy pesto on the very bottom with the WONDERFUL full flavored sauce on the bottom. I added a little romano cheese to the top and I used 1/3 cup dried basil (its all I had on hand and added it to the garlic and onions instead so it wouldn't be woody... Next time I make it, and there will be a next time, Ill make more sauce just because it was soooo good.

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  • on October 13, 2011

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    I made a couple changes to this recipe but I thought it was really great, I am not sure where the mixed reviews are coming from. First I used homemade pesto, and I also added mild italian sausage. I am not sure how it would have tasted without the meat, but we thought the combo of tomato sause and pesto was really great. Thanks for a good one!

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