Easy Baked Pasta Recipe

Name: Easy Baked Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 ounces whole wheat pasta (I like penne); 1 ½ cups meatless spaghetti sauce; ½ cup sliced mushrooms; ½ cup yellow squash, sliced (or zucchini); ¼ cup bell pepper, diced; ½ cup cottage cheese; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 cup mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

7 ounces whole wheat pasta (I like penne)
1 ½ cups meatless spaghetti sauce
½ cup sliced mushrooms
½ cup yellow squash, sliced (or zucchini)
¼ cup bell pepper, diced
½ cup cottage cheese
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup mozzarella cheese

1
Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, mix sauce through oregano in an 8 x 8 pan and stir well.
3
You can choose to add 1/2 the mozzarella here or put it all on top--your call!
4
When pasta is finished drain quickly and add to sauce mix.
5
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes at 400.
6
Remove foil and add remaining (or all) mozzarella.
7
Return to oven for 5-10 minutes, or until pasta is heated through and cheese is melted.
8
Allow to stand 5 minutes before cutting.
9
Enjoy!

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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: 7 ounces whole wheat pasta (I like penne), 1 ½ cups meatless spaghetti sauce, ½ cup sliced mushrooms, ½ cup yellow squash, sliced (or zucchini), and more.

Yes, Easy 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.

Easy Baked Pasta

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