My neighbor has been making this for 30 years and I finally got her to share the recipe

the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 10–15 minutes, tossing once more halfway through if needed. The pasta is done when the noodles are tender, most of the liquid is absorbed, and the top looks glossy and lightly golden in spots. 

Give the pasta a final toss in the dish so every strand gets coated in the buttery, garlicky herbs. Let it sit for 3–5 minutes to thicken slightly, then serve straight from the casserole dish with a big spoon, scooping up plenty of buttery sauce and herbs with each