Rao’s Homemade X Kristin Cavallari’s Baked Penne with Kale and Caramelized Onion Sauce

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with olive oil

Step 2

Cook the Rao’s Homemade Penne Rigate according to the directions on the package, but stop 1 minute before they’re fully cooked. Drain the pasta.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skilled over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes, until the onion is tender. Add the kale and cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture into a large bowl.

Step 4

Add the cooked pasta, ricotta, egg, oregano, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup of the Rao’s Homemade Caramelized Onion sauce to the mixture and mix well.

Step 5

Spread ¾ cup of the Rao’s Homemade Caramelized Onion Sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the pasta mixture, half of the remaining Rao’s Homemade Caramelized Onion Sauce and half of the ricotta cheese. Repeat the layers.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake until the cheese is melted, 5 to 8 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.