Vegetable Pasta Casserole Recipe

Name: Vegetable Pasta Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta; 2 cups chopped broccoli; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 4 cups nonfat milk; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; salt and pepper to taste; 5 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, divided; 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1 butter flavored cooking spray

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups nonfat milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
5 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, divided
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 butter flavored cooking spray

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in broccoli, mushrooms and green pepper, and cook 6 to 8 minutes more, or until pasta is al dente; drain.
3
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onions and garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in flour and milk; cook 5 minutes, or until mixture coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
4
In a 9x13 inch baking dish combine pasta, vegetables, milk mixture and 4 tablespoons basil. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, and remaining 1 tablespoon basil. Coat with butter flavored cooking spray.
5
Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta, 2 cups chopped broccoli, 1 cup sliced mushrooms, 1 cup chopped green bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Pasta Casserole 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!

Vegetable Pasta Casserole

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