Burger Baked Penne With Spinach Recipe

Name: Burger Baked Penne With Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 188 g whole wheat penne; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 lb extra lean ground beef; 1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional); 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated or shredded; salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste; 2 cups packed fresh spinach; vegetable oil cooking spray; 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350f degrees.
2
Cook penne in salted water to al dente.
3
Drain and set aside.
4
In a nonstick frypan scramble fry hamburger until no pink remains, about 5 minutes, drain fat if necessary, add stewed tomatoes, jalepeno if using, simmer 2 to 3 minutes.
5
Add parmesan cheese, stir to mix, add salt and pepper, simmer 2 minutes until cheese melts.
6
Add spinach, turning over and over until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
7
Spray a casserole with veggie spray, turn hamburger mix into casserole, add penne, stir to combine.
8
Srinkle cheddar cheese over top.
9
Set, uncovered, on middle rack in 350f degrees oven, bake for about 20 minutes, until bubbly and hot.
10
Serve with a green salad.

471

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 188 g whole wheat penne, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 lb extra lean ground beef, 1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Burger Baked Penne With Spinach falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Burger Baked Penne With Spinach

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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