Description
A simple and delicious kid-friendly dinner recipe that appeals to picky eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of pasta
- 1 cup of marinara sauce
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add salt.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
- Add olive oil, marinara sauce, and garlic powder to the pasta.
- Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Feel free to add cooked vegetables or protein for variation.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Garnish with fresh basil for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: dinner recipes kid friendly