Pasta bake

Pasta bake recipes have been around for centuries and are a staple in many cultures. In Italy, pasta bake recipes are typically made with a variety of meats, cheeses, and vegetables. These recipes were created as a way to use up leftover pasta, and they quickly became a favorite among Italians.

Pasta bake recipes made their way to the United States in the late 1800s, where they became a popular dish among Italian immigrants. Americans have since put their own twist on the dish, adding a variety of different ingredients and flavors. Today, pasta bake is a popular dish that can be found in many restaurants and households across the country.

Advice

When making pasta bake, it's important to remember a few key tips. First, use a good quality pasta. This will ensure that it doesn't become mushy or overly sticky during the baking process. Secondly, be sure to cook the pasta al dente before adding it to the baking dish. This will help to keep it from becoming overcooked. Lastly, remember to season the dish to your taste. This will give the dish a more flavorful finish. With these tips in mind, you can enjoy a delicious pasta bake that your family and friends will love.

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Recipes

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Chicken, Cheese, and Penne Pasta Bake

  • chicken broth
  • half
  • olive oil
  • parmesan cheese
  • paprika
  • chicken breast
  • artichoke heart
  • creole seasoning
  • garlic
  • mozzarella cheese
  • all purpose flour
  • butter
  • mushroom
  • penne pasta
  • black pepper
  • salt
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Tuna Pasta Bake

  • italian seasoning
  • olive oil
  • tomato paste
  • salt
  • onion
  • mozzarella cheese
  • black pepper
  • garlic
  • spiral pasta
  • water
  • chunk tuna
  • tomato
  • olive oil
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Spinach & Ricotta Pasta Bake

  • mozzarella cheese
  • ricotta cheese
  • olive oil
  • onion
  • salt
  • sugar
  • mozzarella cheese
  • chili flake
  • water
  • italian seasoning
  • garlic
  • garlic
  • ziti pasta
  • salt
  • spinach
  • tomato passata
  • black pepper
  • parmesan cheese
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Einkorn Pasta Bake with Cheese and Leeks

  • white wine
  • wheat bread crumb
  • smokey paprika
  • jovial wheat einkorn pasta
  • parmesan cheese
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • einkorn flour
  • rosemary
  • leek
  • evaporated milk
  • mascarpone cheese
  • parmesan cheese
  • white cheddar cheese
  • rosemary
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Caponata Pasta Bake

  • parsley
  • greens tossed
  • cubanelle italian green pepper
  • parsley
  • onion
  • eggplant
  • bell pepper
  • provolone cheese
  • caponata
  • tomato
  • black kalamata olife
  • raisin
  • green olife
  • ziti rigate pasta
  • red pepper flake
  • red pepper flake
  • caper
  • tomato
  • olive oil
  • celery
  • garlic
  • salt
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Creamy Seafood Pasta Bake

  • seafood
  • chicken bouillon
  • olive oil
  • parmesan cheese
  • garlic
  • leek
  • milk
  • butter
  • all purpose flour
  • panko
  • macaroni
  • parsley
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Chicken and Ham Pasta Bake

  • artichoke
  • celery
  • onion
  • parmesan cheese
  • chicken breast
  • parsley
  • butter
  • creole seasoning
  • bread crumb
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • milk
  • cheddar cheese
  • olive oil
  • all purpose flour
  • ham
  • farfalle pasta
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Chicken Pasta Bake

  • mozzarella cheese
  • onion
  • cajun creole seasoning
  • milk
  • fusilli pasta
  • chicken broth
  • vegetable oil
  • garlic
  • thyme
  • chicken breast
  • all purpose flour
  • butter
  • broccoli
  • parsley
  • salt
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Turkey Pasta Bake

  • butter
  • garlic
  • onion
  • chicken broth
  • parmesan cheese
  • pepper
  • salt
  • spinach
  • mozzarella cheese
  • all purpose flour
  • olive oil
  • turkey
  • white wine
  • mushroom
  • farfalle pasta
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Caponata Pasta Bake

  • parsley
  • greens tossed
  • cubanelle italian green pepper
  • parsley
  • onion
  • eggplant
  • bell pepper
  • provolone cheese
  • caponata
  • tomato
  • black kalamata olife
  • raisin
  • green olife
  • ziti rigate pasta
  • red pepper flake
  • red pepper flake
  • caper
  • tomato
  • olive oil
  • celery
  • garlic
  • salt
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Taco Chili Pasta Bake

  • enchilada sauce
  • petite tomato
  • sweet creamed corn
  • kidney bean
  • green chily
  • tomato sauce
  • ground beef
  • chili powder
  • cumin
  • salt
  • onion
  • pepper jack cheese
  • cheddar cheese
  • smoked paprika
  • celllentani pasta
  • pepper
  • cream cheese
  • garlic
  • avocado
  • cilantro
  • hot sauce
  • sour cream
  • tomato
  • tortilla
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Chicken Enchilada Pasta Bake

  • olive oil
  • pasta
  • onion
  • black bean
  • kernel corn
  • green chile
  • monterrey jack
  • enchilada sauce
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  • avocado
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Pepperoni Pasta Bake

  • olive oil
  • tomato
  • pasta
  • parmesan cheese
  • oregano
  • pasta sauce
  • mozzarella cheese
  • garlic
  • pepperoni
  • onion
  • basil
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Tuna Pasta Bake

  • black pepper grind
  • parsley
  • tomatoes tin
  • onion
  • ball buffalo mozzarella
  • tomato puree
  • salt
  • milk
  • garlic
  • tuna tin
  • crisp
  • sugar
  • cheddar cheese
  • penne pasta
  • vegetable oil

Ingredient Breakdown

 
garlic
salt
olive oil
onion
parmesan cheese
mozzarella cheese
black pepper
tomato
parsley
all purpose flour
butter
milk
red pepper flake
chicken broth
water
spinach
cheddar cheese
chicken breast
penne pasta
italian seasoning
ricotta cheese
white wine
eggplant
celery
pepper
pasta
creole seasoning
mushroom
thyme
broccoli
spiral pasta
tomato paste
oregano
sugar
tomato passata
rosemary
leek
greens tossed
cubanelle italian green pepper
bell pepper
provolone cheese
caponata
black kalamata olife
raisin
green olife
ziti rigate pasta
caper
farfalle pasta
vegetable oil
chicken
basil
enchilada sauce
avocado
half
paprika
artichoke heart
cheese
chicken tenderloin
chunk tuna
chili flake
ziti pasta
wheat bread crumb
smokey paprika
jovial wheat einkorn pasta
einkorn flour
evaporated milk
mascarpone cheese
white cheddar cheese
seafood
chicken bouillon
panko
macaroni
artichoke
bread crumb
ham
cajun creole seasoning
fusilli pasta
red wine
ground turkey
cherry tomato
basil pesto
angel hair pasta
parsley basil
ziti penne pasta
turkey
fontina cheese
egg
butternut squash
sage
nutmeg
petite tomato
sweet creamed corn
kidney bean
green chily
tomato sauce
ground beef
chili powder
cumin
pepper jack cheese
smoked paprika
celllentani pasta
cream cheese
cilantro
hot sauce
sour cream
tortilla
black bean
kernel corn
green chile
monterrey jack
chicken http www gimmesomeoven com chicken
pasta sauce
pepperoni
almond
wheat pasta
lemon
black pepper grind
tomatoes tin
ball buffalo mozzarella
tomato puree
tuna tin
crisp

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • garlic
  • onion

Staple Ingredients

  • garlic 60%
  • salt 60%

Common Ingredients

  • olive oil 50%
  • mozzarella cheese 45%
  • onion 45%
  • parmesan cheese 45%

Usual Ingredients

  • all purpose flour 35%
  • black pepper 35%
  • butter 35%

Rarey Ingredients

  • milk 30%