Crusty Cheddar Pasta Pie

Ingredients

• 6 cups vegetable broth (Substitute chicken broth or water if preferred)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 225 g spaghettini
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 475 g ricotta cheese, drained
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated

Directions

1. 1

   Bring the broth and garlic to a boil over high heat. If using water, add 1 teaspoon salt along with the garlic.

2. 2

   Add the pasta and boil, uncovered and stirring often, until al dente, about 9 minutes.

3. 3

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

4. 4

   Lightly grease a 10" pie plate or 8" square baking dish.

5. 5

   Toss the hot, drained pasta with the onions, tomatoes, seasonings and ricotta.

6. 6

   Spread in the baking dish.

7. 7

   Sprinkle with the cheddar.

8. 8

   Bake in the centre of the oven until golden, about 30 minutes. If preparing the day before, add an additional 10 minutes to the baking time.