or buttered rolls to soak up the extra dressing. It pairs nicely with simple proteins like grilled or baked chicken, pork chops, or sausages, but it’s also satisfying on its own as a meatless main.
For potlucks or game days, keep it warm in a low oven and set it out with extra grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes so everyone can dress up their own bowl. This is also one of those great “make it on a weeknight, reheat it for lunch” meals, which always feels like a little win during a busy week.
Oven-Baked 4-Ingredient Zesty Italian Macaroni
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 8 ounces)
1 1/2 cups bottled zesty Italian dressing
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup water (optional, only if pasta looks too dry halfway through baking)
Nonstick cooking spray
