CREAMY ARTICHOKE BAKED PASTA

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A creamy, rich, and cheesy vegetarian white baked pasta with loads of flavor-rich artichoke hearts tossed in. Just add leftover turkey or cooked chicken for the carnivores!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces tube shaped pasta (I used cavatappi, cooked)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup 2% milk
1 cup half and half
1 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 1/2 cups + 1/2 cup Italian blend shredded cheese (divided (10 ounces total)*)
1 14-ounce can marinated artichokes, drained and chopped
Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Set a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil. Once the oil, is hot, add onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add in garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add in the milk, half and half, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper.
  • Simmer over medium heat until warmed through, but don't let the mixture boil as you don't want to scorch the milk.
  • Once the milk is hot, add in 2-1/2 cups shredded cheese and stir to combine. You want the cheese to fully melt in a creamy sauce.
  • Add in the cooked pasta and chopped artichokes and stir to fully combine. Taste the mixture and season with a desired amount of kosher salt and pepper.
  • If you do not have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the pasta mixture to an 8-inch by 8-inch baking dish. Otherwise, you can bake the pasta right in the skillet.
  • Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and add to the oven. Bake until the top of the pasta is browned and bubbly, 10-15 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve hot.
  • Note: You can also opt to first cook the pasta in the pan with water, drain and set aside. Then make the recipe as written. This helps cut down on dishes.

Raja Idress
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I'm not a big fan of artichokes, but I really enjoyed this pasta dish. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the artichokes were not overpowering.


Nourzahraa Hossam799
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover artichokes. It's also a great dish to make for a crowd.


Wanda White
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I love the combination of artichokes and pasta in this dish. It's a unique and flavorful combination.


Zakria khan Zakria
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This pasta dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting.


Oscar Hernandez
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I've tried this recipe several times and it's always a success. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion.


Saha Rat
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Sulman Dilawar123
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Jacob idontknow
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This pasta dish is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. The artichokes add a nice touch of texture and flavor.


MD Shakhaoat
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mahmoud Saied
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pasta cooks in the same pot as the sauce, so there's less cleanup.


Eliya Emanuel
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the artichokes were a nice addition.


Junu Kumari
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This pasta dish is amazing! The flavors are perfect and the artichokes give it a unique twist.


Bea Hayward
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is so creamy and cheesy, and the artichokes add a nice briny flavor.


Prianka Das
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of artichokes and pasta. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Faisal Asif
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Ilyaas JUttt
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This creamy artichoke baked pasta was a hit with my family! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the artichokes added a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again.