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Oven-Baked 4-Ingredient Zesty Italian Macaroni recipe.

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A simple and flavorful oven-baked pasta dish featuring elbow macaroni tossed in tangy zesty Italian dressing and a blend of gooey mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 jar (24 oz) zesty Italian dressing
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain well.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the entire jar of zesty Italian dressing, stirring to coat evenly.
  4. Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the grated Parmesan cheese into the pasta mixture.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the top is lightly golden.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the pasta during the boiling stage; al dente is best as it finishes cooking in the oven.
  • For a crispier top, you can broil the dish for the last 2 minutes of baking.
  • Add cooked chicken or ground sausage to turn this into a heartier main course.

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Keywords: Oven-Baked, 4-Ingredient, Zesty Italian Macaroni, Easy Pasta Recipe, Baked Macaroni

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