Creamy Baked Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy Baked Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb medium pasta shell; 15 ounces chickpeas or 15 ounces garbanzo beans; 15 ounces part skim ricotta cheese; ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 egg whites; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon dried oregano; 10 ounces chopped broccoli (frozen thawed and well drained); 14 ounces marinara sauce (favorite pasta sauce)

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Cook pasta according to pkg directions; drain.
3
In a food processor, puree until smooth; chickpeas or garbanzo beans, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, onion, egg whites, salt and oregano.
4
Scrape into bowl and stir in broccoli; mix well.
5
Toss with pasta.
6
Spread red pasta sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
7
Top with pasta then remaining sauce.
8
Cover with foil.
9
Bake 20-30 min or until bubbly.
10
Uncover and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese.
11
Bake 5 more minute.

936

kcal

Calories

Fat

123

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 1 lb medium pasta shell, 15 ounces chickpeas or 15 ounces garbanzo beans, 15 ounces part skim ricotta cheese, ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, Creamy Baked Pasta 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!

Creamy Baked Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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