Portuguese Pasta Bake
A comforting Portuguese pasta bake made with tender pasta, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- β8 oz pastaany gluten-free pasta
- β28 oz canned tomatoescrushed or diced
- β1 medium onionchopped
- β3 cloves garlicminced
- β2 tbsp olive oil
- β1 cup chicken broth
- βto taste salt
- βto taste black pepper
- β1 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 6
Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper.
- 7
Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and tomato sauce.
- 9
Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with grated cheddar cheese.
- 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 11
Serve hot and enjoy.