Anelletti al Forno: Authentic Sicilian Baked Pasta Recipe
A traditional Sicilian baked pasta made with anelletti, rich meat sauce, peas, and cheese—this Anelletti al Forno is the ultimate comforting, sliceable pasta dish perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 Lbs. Anelletti small ring pasta
- 3 Tbsp 0live oil
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 1/2 Lb. Ground beef
- 1/2 Lb. Ground pork or Italian sausage
- 2 cups peas
- 2 cups sauce
- 2 Tbsp. Tomato paste
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1 cup grated parmesan
- 2 cups Diced mozzarella
- 1 cup grated breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook pasta until just shy of al dente. Drain.
- Make sauce: sauté onion in olive oil → add meat, brown → deglaze with wine → stir in tomato paste + marinara → simmer 30 minutes
- Stir in peas, season to taste.
- Mix pasta with sauce, grated cheese, and mozzarella.
- Assemble:Grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) rectangular baking dish or a 9-inch (23 cm) round springform pan for a sliceable “pasta cake. Sprinkle a layer of breadcrumbs, add pasta mixture, top with more breadcrumbs + cheese.
- Bake at 375°F for 50–60 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Rest 10–15 min before slicing to hold shape.