18 Hearty Baked Pasta Recipes for Family Meals and Pasta Lovers

Baked pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender noodles with cheesy, saucy goodness in every bite. This roundup is full of casseroles, lasagna roll-ups, ziti, and creative twists that make mealtime easy and delicious. Whether you’re craving a classic baked spaghetti, a veggie-packed pasta bake, or a keto-friendly twist, these recipes are perfect for weeknight dinners, family meals, or anytime you want a cozy, cheesy dish that everyone will love.

Mushroom Cannelloni (Manicotti) Recipe

Baked lasagna in a rectangular dish topped with melted cheese and pieces of mushroom, placed on a colorful cloth. — Mushroom Cannelloni (Manicotti) Recipe. Photo credit: The Pasta Project.

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Large pasta tubes are filled with a seasoned mushroom mixture. Sauce is spooned over the top before baking. The filling stays tender while the pasta softens in the oven. Cheese melts across the surface and seals everything together.
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Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole

A slice of cheesy baked lasagna on a plate, with raw spaghetti, garlic, cheese, and tomatoes in the background on a wooden table. — Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole. Photo credit: The Cookin Chicks.

Spaghetti is layered with meat sauce and a creamy cheese mixture. Baking helps the layers set into firm slices. The center stays rich and soft. The top forms a lightly browned crust.
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Creamy Baked Ziti

A casserole dish with cheese and meat. — Creamy Baked Ziti. Photo credit: The Cookin Chicks.

Ziti pasta is coated in thick, creamy sauce before baking. Cheese melts between the pasta pieces and on top. The sauce clings to the ridges of each tube. Every scoop holds both sauce and pasta evenly.
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Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake

A serving of baked pasta topped with melted cheese, tomato sauce, herbs, and three slices of pepperoni on a blue decorative plate. — Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake. Photo credit: In The Kids Kitchen.

Pasta is mixed with tomato sauce and pizza style toppings. Cheese melts into the noodles and across the top. Bits of meat and vegetables are spread throughout the dish. The flavor stays familiar and bold.
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Ooey Gooey Cheesy Baked Pesto Tortellini Recipe

Baked cheese tortellini casserole topped with melted cheese, cherry tomatoes, and sliced basil in a round white dish on a woven mat. — Ooey Gooey Cheesy Baked Pesto Tortellini Recipe. Photo credit: The Slow Roasted Italian.

Tortellini is tossed with pesto and a creamy cheese sauce. Baking thickens the sauce around each filled pasta. The top layer becomes lightly golden. The filling inside the tortellini stays soft and rich.
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Cheesy Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups

A serving of spinach and ricotta lasagna roll topped with melted cheese and tomato sauce on a white plate. — Cheesy Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups. Photo credit: Flavorful Eats.

Lasagna sheets are rolled around spinach and cheese filling. The rolls are lined up in a baking dish with sauce. Cheese melts over and between each roll. They are easy to lift out one by one.
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Baked Manicotti

A close-up of baked lasagna in a red pot, topped with melted cheese, tomato sauce, and a few fresh basil leaves. — Baked Manicotti. Photo credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

Manicotti shells are stuffed with a smooth cheese mixture. Sauce is poured over the filled pasta before baking. The shells become tender while holding their shape. The top layer of cheese turns lightly golden.
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Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe with Rotisserie Chicken

A plate of cheesy chicken and potato casserole topped with melted cheese and garnished with chopped parsley. — Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe with Rotisserie Chicken. Photo credit: The Benson Street.

Shredded chicken is mixed with pasta and creamy sauce. Baking blends the flavors into a thick, scoopable dish. Mushrooms and onions are often added for depth. The top becomes lightly crisp around the edges.
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Cheesy Baked Penne Pasta Recipe (Loaded with Vegetables!)

A serving spatula lifts a portion of baked pasta with cheese and vegetables from a white casserole dish, with breadsticks in the foreground. — Cheesy Baked Penne Pasta Recipe (Loaded with Vegetables!). Photo credit: Rose Bakes.

Penne is mixed with sauce, cheese, and chopped vegetables. Baking softens the vegetables and thickens the sauce. The pasta holds the sauce inside each tube. The top layer sets with melted cheese.
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Lasagna For Two (Loaf Pan Lasagna) – Homemade In The Kitchen

A slice of baked lasagna with layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese sits on a white plate, garnished with fresh basil. A metal fork and blue napkin are beside the plate. — Lasagna For Two (Loaf Pan Lasagna) – Homemade In The Kitchen. Photo credit: Chocolate Moosey.

This smaller lasagna is built in a narrow loaf pan. Layers of noodles, sauce, and cheese stack neatly. Baking firms the layers into clean slices. It serves just a few portions without leftovers.
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Penne Pasta Bake

Baked pasta casserole with penne, ground meat, tomato sauce, and melted cheese in a white baking dish. — Penne Pasta Bake. Photo credit: The Honour System .

Penne is coated in sauce and baked with cheese. The sauce thickens as it heats in the oven. Cheese melts into the spaces between the pasta. Each scoop stays warm and filling.
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Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel

Cheesy baked spaghetti casserole being served from a glass baking dish, with melted cheese and visible pieces of tomato. — Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel. Photo credit: Mandi Of The Mountains.

Shredded chicken is mixed with spaghetti and creamy sauce. Rotel adds tomato flavor and mild heat. Baking helps the sauce cling to the noodles. Cheese melts across the top and inside the dish.
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Gluten Free Baked Ziti (with Dairy Free Version Available)

A glass baking dish filled with baked ziti pasta in tomato sauce, topped with melted cheese and chopped parsley, with a wooden spatula lifting a portion. — Gluten Free Baked Ziti (with Dairy Free Version Available). Photo credit: The Soccer Mom Blog.

Gluten free pasta holds its shape while baking in sauce. The dish is assembled the same way as traditional ziti bakes. The sauce thickens around the noodles as it heats. The top layer sets with melted topping.
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Pizza Casserole (Pizza Pasta Bake)

A baked casserole topped with melted cheese, pepperoni slices, black olives, mushrooms, and chopped green peppers in a white dish. — Pizza Casserole (Pizza Pasta Bake). Photo credit: Trop Rockin Recipes.

Pasta is layered with sauce, cheese, and sliced toppings. Baking brings the flavors together into a firm casserole. Cheese stretches when scooped from the pan. Each serving mixes pasta and pizza flavors evenly.
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Pasta Al Forno

A baked pasta dish with rigatoni, melted cheese, tomato sauce, ground meat, and basil leaves in a white casserole dish. — Pasta Al Forno. Photo credit: Organized Island.

This dish layers pasta, sauce, and cheese in a deep baking dish. Baking allows the flavors to blend into a thick, unified texture. The top develops light browning around the edges. It is easy to cut into squares.
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BEST Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe (Casserole Bake!)

A baked casserole dish filled with meatballs in tomato sauce, topped with melted, golden-brown cheese, set on a marble surface. — BEST Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe (Casserole Bake!). Photo credit: The Buttery Fairytale.

Spaghetti is layered with sauce and whole meatballs. Baking helps the noodles hold together when sliced. Meatballs stay tender inside the casserole. Cheese melts through the center and across the top.
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Ultimate Meat Lovers Keto Lasagna – with Zucchini Noodles

A square plate with a serving of cheesy lasagna and a side of mixed green salad drizzled with ranch dressing, placed on a wooden board with a fork. — Ultimate Meat Lovers Keto Lasagna – with Zucchini Noodles. Photo credit: How 2 Do Keto.

Thin zucchini strips replace traditional noodles in the layers. Meat sauce and cheese are stacked between the vegetables. Baking softens the zucchini while keeping structure. Each slice holds together when served.
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