Sorry, I didn't take a picture last night before we devoured half of it for Brad's birthday dinner. Yes, this is a potentially decadent & fattening dish - but you can use the lowest-fat versions of the ingredients you like to cut down on the fat grams & calories (I used low-fat cheeses, light sour cream & skim milk).
3-Cheese Italian Pasta
8 ounces pasta
(we used elbow macaroni, cuz that's what we had)
12 ounces ricotta cheese
8 ounces sour cream
2 1/2 - 3 cups mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
(I recommend not from a can)
1 Tbs. Italian seasoning
(just use your favorite - ours is store brand that has oregano,
marjoram, thyme, rosemary & sage)
1/2 cup of milk
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente (don't forget to salt your water - we actually salt & pepper it - this gives your pasta better flavor!).
While pasta is cooking...in a 13 x 9 inch baking dish, stir together the ricotta cheese, sour cream, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Drain your pasta and stir it into your cheese mixture. Stir in 1/2 cup of milk. Even out the mixture and top with 1/2 to 1 cup additional mozzarella cheese. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until all of the cheese is melted and bubbly! Serves 6 - 8 (depending on whether you eat it as a main dish or side dish).
Next time I make this I may add some veggies. I think red bell peppers, mushrooms, carrots & zucchini might be good!
Enjoy & have a beautiful day!
