Baked Radicchio and Mozzarella Pasta Recipe

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   Heat the oven to 400 degrees F and arrange a rack in the upper third.

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

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   When it foams, add garlic and onion, season well with salt, and cook until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.

5. 5

   Add tomatoes and let simmer until slightly reduced and thickened, about 10 minutes.

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   Add radicchio and cream and cook until radicchio is wilted, about 5 minutes.

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   Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

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   Meanwhile, cook pasta in the salted water for about half the time recommended on the packaging and drain.

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   (Do not rinse.)

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    Set aside.

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    Once the sauce has finished simmering, combine it with the half-cooked pasta and mix until the pasta is evenly coated.

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    Place the pasta mixture in a 13-by-9-inch baking dish and sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmigiano over top.

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    Place in the oven and bake until the mixture is bubbling, the pasta is al dente, and the top is golden brown, about 20 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.