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Oven-Baked 4-Ingredient Zesty Italian Macaroni

A delicious and easy dish made with just four ingredients, combining pasta and cheesy goodness with a zesty Italian twist.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1.5 cups bottled zesty Italian dressing
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cups water (optional)
For Greasing
  • Nonstick cooking spray or oil for greasing the pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray or oil.
  3. Pour uncooked macaroni into the pan, spreading it evenly.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella and all of the grated Parmesan over the macaroni.
  5. Shake the zesty Italian dressing and pour it evenly over the mixture.
Baking
  1. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes, checking for tenderness. Add water if it looks dry.
  2. Once tender, remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top, and bake uncovered for 8-10 minutes until golden.
  3. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm as a main course or side dish. You can garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.