Best 2 Layered Pasta Pie Recipes

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the comforting flavors of pasta, cheese, and a savory meat sauce. This layered pasta pie is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a flaky crust, tender pasta sheets, a rich and flavorful meat sauce, and a gooey cheese filling. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of savory, cheesy, and meaty goodness, making it a perfect dish for family dinners, potlucks, or special occasions. Variations of this recipe include using different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses, allowing you to customize it to your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this layered pasta pie is a delightful dish that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED PASTA PIE

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This is my version of a savory pasta pie. Don't let the number of steps intimidate you. It really is an easy dish to make and oh so delicious!

Provided by Kathy W

Categories Savory Pies

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 lb vermicelli or spaghetti, broken into 3rds, cooked and drained.
1/3 c onion, finely chopped
4 clove garlic, finely minced
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 c grated, fresh romano cheese, divided
3 eggs
1 (15-16 oz) container ricotta cheese
1 pkg (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 jar(s) (24-26 oz) pasta sauce, your favorite (you could even use pizza sauce)

Steps:

1. While pasta is cooking, saute onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Drain pasta and place in a small mixing bowl. Add onion and garlic mixture and mix well. Set aside to cool for a few minutes.
3. Thaw spinach and drain well. (place in a strainer and press liquid out using a spoon)
4. When pasta mixture is warm, not hot, add 1 slightly beaten egg, and 1/2 cup grated romano. Mix well.
5. Press pasta mixture into a 9", well greased, spring form pan.
6. Separate the yolks of 2 eggs from the whites. Reserve the egg whites. Combine the 2 egg yolks, ricotta cheese, spinach, salt and pepper and rest of the romano cheese.
7. Spread the ricotta mixture over the pasta layer.
8. In a small mixing bowl, beat the egg whites just until stiff, not dry.
9. Fold egg whites into 1 1/2 cups pasta sauce. Spoon over spinach layer.
10. Bake at 350 degrees, for 50-60 minutes or until set. Let stand 10 minutes.
11. Heat remaining pasta sauce and serve with the pie.

LAYERED PASTA RICOTTA PIE

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This is such a beautiful dinner! I especially like making it around the holidays cuz the layers are basically red, and green. But it's great any time! A good way to sneak in some vegies for the kids.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 lb vermicelli
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup grated romano cheese or 1 cup parmesan cheese
3 eggs, divided
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
26 ounces spaghetti sauce

Steps:

Break vermicelli into thirds and cook,& drain.
Saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Mix with vermicelli, 1/2 Cup Romano and 1 egg.
Press into bottom of well greased 9" springform pan.
Mix 2 egg yolks, ricotta, spinach, and 1/2 cup romano.
Spread over pasta layer.
Beat 2 egg whites till stiff. Fold in 1 1/2 cups pasta sauce.Pour on top.
Bake at 350º 50-60 minute till set.
Let stand at least 10 minutes before cutting.
Garnish with heated leftover sauce and parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.3, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 146.7, Sodium 577.7, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 7.5, Protein 21.6

Tips:

When cooking the pasta, make sure to cook it al dente, or slightly firm to the bite, as it will continue to cook in the oven.
Make sure to drain the pasta thoroughly before adding it to the pie. Any excess water will make the filling runny.
Use a variety of cheeses in the filling for a more complex flavor. A good combination is mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta.
If you are using a store-bought tomato sauce, be sure to season it to taste with salt, pepper, and oregano.
To make the pie even more flavorful, you can add cooked ground beef or sausage to the filling.
If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Serve the pie hot with a side of salad or garlic bread.

Conclusion:

Layered pasta pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover pasta and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, there is sure to be a layered pasta pie that everyone will enjoy.