ASPARAGUS PASTA BAKE
This asparagus pasta bake is a slightly fancier version of the baked ziti classic.
Provided by PaulD
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Pasta by Shape Recipes Ziti Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook ziti at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and parsley to drained pasta. Mix and set aside.
- Chop trimmed asparagus into 1/4-inch slices, separating stems and tips.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in asparagus stems; cook for another 3 minutes. Add bell pepper and cook, 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus tips and cook, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread 1 cup tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Add 1/2 of the pasta mixture and smooth into an even layer. Sprinkle 1/2 of the vegetables on top. Top with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Add remaining pasta in an even layer, followed by remaining vegetables. Cover with remaining tomato sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, on the middle rack of the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Move to the top rack and continue to bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes more. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.2 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 801.2 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
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Amjad Shah
[email protected]This pasta bake is delicious and easy to make. It's a perfect weeknight meal.
bello olasunkanmi
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in our house.
Dries Meyer
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Vida Afrakomah
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I loved this pasta bake. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful.
Kelsey Mccullum
[email protected]This is the best asparagus pasta bake I've ever had. The flavors are amazing.
Ndimwabuke samson
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Jessica Kent
[email protected]This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
Bolan Bugti
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of pasta and vegetables, and it always turns out great.
Crystal Childs
[email protected]This is one of my favorite pasta bakes. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
L
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The asparagus was tender and the sauce was cheesy and delicious.
Kaia Box
[email protected]This Asparagus Pasta Bake was a hit with my family! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.