Description
Veggie Pasta Bake is a comforting and colorful dish that combines perfectly cooked pasta, fresh vegetables, and creamy cheese into one delicious bake. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a hearty meal that warms the soul. Each bite offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, spinach)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the penne pasta until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté minced garlic with mixed vegetables until tender (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sautéed veggies, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheeses then transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining shredded cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg