Mostaccioli Spinach Bake Recipe

Name: Mostaccioli Spinach Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces mostaccioli pasta, uncooked (about 3 cups); 2 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 cup onion, vertically sliced; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 1/4 cup flour; 2 1/2 cups skim milk; 1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese, shredded, divided; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with basil, garlic and oregano; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained; cooking spray; 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded; parsley sprig (optional)

Servings: persons

8 ounces mostaccioli pasta, uncooked (about 3 cups)
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup onion, vertically sliced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 cups skim milk
1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese, shredded, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with basil, garlic and oregano
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
cooking spray
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded
parsley sprig (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain, set aside.
3
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes or until tender. Add flour, cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; cook 4 minutes or until bubbly. Remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 cup of cheese, Italian seasoning, and pepper; remove from heat.
4
Combine pasta, cheese sauce, 1 cup parmesan cheese, tomatoes, and spinach in a large bowl; stir well. Spoon mixture into a 13 x 9 baking dish coated with cooking spray.
5
Combine breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons cheese, and remaining 1 tablespoon butter; sprinkle over pasta mixture. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces mostaccioli pasta, uncooked (about 3 cups), 2 tablespoons butter, divided, 1 cup onion, vertically sliced, 2 teaspoons garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Mostaccioli Spinach Bake falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Mostaccioli Spinach Bake

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