My husband made this viral 5 ingredient dinner and it completely blew me away

This Oven-Baked Italian Grinder Pasta packs all the bold, savory satisfaction of the viral deli sandwich into a comforting, bubbling pasta bake. By tossing tender noodles and rich strips of hard salami in a velvety Alfredo sauce, then topping the whole dish with a thick, molten blanket of provolone and Italian cheeses, you get an incredibly satisfying dinner that comes together with minimal effort.

Oven-Baked 5-Ingredient Italian Grinder Pasta

Ingredients:

Step-By-Step Directions:

1. Preheat and prep: Heat your oven to 375°F. Place a 9×13-inch disposable foil pan or a 3-quart baking dish onto a baking sheet to make it easy to slide in and out of the oven.

2. Boil the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for 2 minutes less than the box directions so it keeps a firm bite, then drain thoroughly.

3. Prep the meat: Stack your salami slices together and slice them into thin strips or chop them into bite-sized pieces.

4. Mix the filling: In a large bowl, toss the hot, drained pasta together with the Alfredo sauce and the chopped salami until everything is evenly coated.

5. Layer the dish: Spoon the pasta mixture into your prepared pan and spread it into a flat layer, ensuring the salami is evenly distributed.

6. Add the cheeses: Lay the provolone slices across the top in a single layer (or sprinkle evenly if using shredded). Top that with a uniform blanket of the shredded Italian blend cheese.

7. Bake covered: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil, tenting it slightly in the center so it does not touch or stick to the cheese. Bake for 20 minutes until the center is hot.

8. Brown the top: Carefully take the foil off the pan and return the pasta to the oven uncovered. Bake for another 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and turns a beautiful light golden brown.

9. Rest and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes out of the oven to allow the rich cream sauce to set slightly before scooping and serving.