This oven-baked pasta will have everyone reaching for seconds. Serve with a slice of garlic bread.

Whole Wheat Pasta Al Forno

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until they begin to brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook until very soft, 10 to 15 minutes more.

Raise heat to medium. Add diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook, covered, for 30 to 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions. Rinse and drain. Stir into sauce and stir in parsley and red pepper flakes, if desired. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish. Top with Parmesan cheese.

Bake until top is browned, about 15 minutes.