Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and pitted Kalamata olives. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the vegetable sauce from the skillet. Gently fold in the bocconcini and half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil and pour the pasta mixture into it, spreading evenly. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and drizzle with olive oil.
- Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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Notes
You can enhance this dish by adding cooked protein like chicken or shrimp and opting for fresh ingredients whenever possible.
