Creamy And Cheesy Square-Shaped Pasta Dish

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Ingredients:

  • For Pasta:
    • 250g of your favorite square-shaped pasta (like ravioli or lasagna sheets)
    • Salt to taste
  • For Filling:
    • 1 cup of ricotta cheese
    • 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1 egg
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Sauce:
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Garnish:
    • Fresh coriander, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Pasta:
    • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Make the Filling:
    • In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
  3. Fill the Pasta:
    • If using lasagna sheets, cut them into squares. Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture in the center of each square. Fold the pasta over the filling to form a pocket, pressing the edges to seal.
  4. Prepare the Sauce:
    • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
    • Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce is smooth and the cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Assemble and Bake:
    • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
    • Spread a thin layer of the sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the filled pasta squares in a single layer. Pour the remaining sauce over the top.
    • Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  6. Garnish and Serve:
    • Sprinkle the freshly chopped coriander over the baked pasta.
    • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy your creamy and cheesy square-shaped pasta dish.

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