Is there anything more comforting than baked pasta??From lasagna to stuffed shells, ziti to spaghetti pie, we’re rounding up the coziest baked pasta dishes that will warm you up all winter. We both share stories about memorable lasagnas, and we’ll discuss our own tips and tricks for making a delicious version at home – with or without meat. We also dive deep into stuffed shells – something Kari’s been making since her early cooking days! And Sonya reveals a method for baking orzo that’s creamy like risotto, and loaded with veggies.Tune in and get cozy with a heaping serving of comfort food!***Links to recipes and favorites from this week’s show:Lasagna Bolognese by Sue Li, via Bon AppetitIna Garten’s famous turkey lasagna recipe Stuffed shells with spinach and ricotta by Martha Rose Shulman via NY TimesMarcella Hazan’s tomato sauce with onion and butter via Food 52Ratatouille pasta from The Wok’s of LifeCreamy Cauliflower Pasta with Pecorino Bread Crumbs by Alison RomanWinter squash and spinach pasta bake from Smitten KitchenGreek baked orzo from Pinch of YumWe love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at [email protected]!

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