Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our delectable Spinach and Pasta Bake, a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. This versatile dish offers three enticing variations, each with a unique twist on the classic combination of spinach and pasta. Embark on a savory journey as we unveil the secrets behind these extraordinary recipes, promising a delightful experience that will leave you craving more.
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CHICKEN, SPINACH, AND CHEESE PASTA BAKE
Pasta, chicken, spinach, and cheese baked to bubbly perfection.
Provided by jr911
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot oil until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Mix penne pasta, onion, chicken, diced tomatoes, spinach, and cream cheese together in a baking dish until the cream cheese melts and coats everything. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the pasta mixture. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking until heated through and beginning to brown along the edges, about 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 85.3 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 34.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 331.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE PASTA BAKE
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Microwave the spinach according to the package instructions, then allow to cool slightly. Squeeze out the excess water with a kitchen towel and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the pasta water before draining.
- In a large room-temperature saucepan, add the olive oil and garlic. Turn on the heat to medium and allow the garlic to cook until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper flakes, then add the spinach and artichokes and saute 2 to 3 minutes. Add about 3/4 cup pasta water and the cream cheese and dried basil to the saucepan and allow the cream cheese to melt, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup more of the pasta water if necessary to thin out the sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the grated Parmesan.
- Add the rigatoni to the sauce and stir to coat. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish (if your pan is oven-safe, you can skip this step). Top with the shredded mozzarella. Broil on high until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
CHICKEN, SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE PASTA BAKE
Inspired by the cheesy, savory spinach-artichoke dip that everyone loves, this chicken casserole will quickly become a favorite, too.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package; set aside.
- Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook chicken in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from skillet; set aside. Reduce heat to medium; in same skillet, add onion and garlic. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender.
- In large bowl, beat mayonnaise, sour cream and milk with whisk. Stir in onion mixture, crushed red pepper flakes, Parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, spinach, roasted red bell peppers and Monterey Jack cheese. Add pasta and chicken; stir until combined. Transfer mixture to baking dish.
- Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.
- If making ahead to bake and serve at a later date: Line 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with 2 layers of plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang to completely enclose assembled casserole. Spread mixture in large shallow pan; cool mixture completely, covered, 30 to 45 minutes in refrigerator. Spoon mixture into baking dish; cover with another layer of plastic wrap. Freeze unbaked casserole about 8 hours or until completely frozen. Transfer frozen casserole to labeled 2-gallon resealable freezer plastic bag. Remove air; seal and freeze up to three months. To bake: Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Remove plastic wrap from casserole; place in baking dish. Cover tightly with foil; thaw completely in refrigerator, 24 to 48 hours. Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover; bake 50 to 60 minutes or until casserole is heated through (165°F in center).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 5 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1090 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g
GROUND BEEF AND SPINACH PASTA BAKE
I was surprised at how few recipes there were on here for ground beef and spinach with pasta, aside from lasagna and manicotti, so I made this up one night.
Provided by Sackville
Categories Spaghetti
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Saute the onion in a deep frying pan for 1-2 minutes, then add the ground beef.
- Cook until beef is browned, then add the tomatoes, spices, salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes, then add the spinach and simmer 3-4 minutes more.
- Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Meanwhile, boil and drain the pasta according to directions on the package.
- Combine the two and place in a baking tray.
- Sprinkle the cheese over the top and bake in a hot oven until melted and the dish is pipping hot, about 5 minutes.
- Serve with a salad and garlic bread.
PENNE AND SPINACH PASTA BAKE WITH BLUE CHEESE
Make and share this Penne and Spinach Pasta Bake With Blue Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Norahs Girl
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil.
- Add pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes, adding the spinach to the pan for the last 3 minutes of cooking time.
- Drain well then tip the pasta and spinach into a shallow baking dish along with the crumbled blue cheese,pinch of chili flakes if using and seasoning to taste.
- Put spoonfuls of the mascarpone cheese all over the top of the pasta.
- Sprinkle with the parmesan then grill for 5 minutes until the mascarpone melts and the top turns a golden brown.
- Serve with grilled tomatoes and a green salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.5, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 21.3, Sodium 429.2, Carbohydrate 70.3, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 15.2
SPINACH AND MUSHROOM PASTA BAKE
I made this recipe up to use some leftover ingredients. I thought it came out quite tasty! Hope you enjoy it too! :) Note from a reviewer: This freezes very well. Thaw before baking.
Provided by flower7
Categories Spinach
Time 1h
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package.
- While water is boiling and pasta is cooking, heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion & saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds.
- Add mushrooms and cook until they release most of their liquid, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and wine and cook until spinach is wilted and most of the wine has evaporated, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in marinara sauce, salt, and both peppers and stir until heated through. Add Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
- In a 2-quart casserole dish, cover the bottom with a thin layer of sauce. Add half the pasta, half the sauce, and half of the mozzarella. Repeat layers with remaining pasta , sauce, and mozzarella.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
HIDDEN VALLEY FOUR CHEESE PASTA BAKE WITH SPINACH AND BACON #RSC
I chose Cavatappi pasta for this recipe because the shape is not only fun, but it also helps to hold the sauce and other ingredients better. I selected those particular types of cheese because I feel like they take this recipe up a notch from being an average weeknight dinner to something you might even choose to make for company. I used fully cooked apple-smoked bacon, which I found at Trader Joe's along with the Havarti, Gruyere & Fontina cheeses. Since I used such rich and flavorful cheeses, I chose to use 2% greek yogurt and 2% milk instead of using sour cream and half & half so the recipe wouldn't be laden down with heavy ingredients.
Provided by Lhill910
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h49m
Yield 1 1/2 cups, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees. Melt 4 tbsps of butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and saute for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Whisk in flour and blend thoroughly. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until the mixture is well blended. Immediately add the yogurt and 1 oz packet of Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning mix and continue to stir until mixture begins to thicken. Once mixture is smooth, add the Fontina, Havarti & Gruyere cheeses and blend until the cheese is melted. Turn off the heat and add the spinach. Once the spinach is wilted, carefully add in the diced chicken and bacon. Pour the mixture into a 13 x 9 dish that is coated with cooking spray and use a spatula to spread it evenly. Combine Panko breadcrumbs and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Melt 3 tbsps. of butter and toss with the panko mixture until thoroughly combined. Spread mixture evenly on top of the casserole and bake on the middle rack for 25-35 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and mixture is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.1, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 51.3, Sodium 475.4, Carbohydrate 59.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 8, Protein 19.7
SPINACH, BUTTERNUT SQUASH, AND PASTA BAKE
Categories Cheese Leafy Green Pasta Bake Vegetarian Casserole/Gratin Squash
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a shallow roasting pan combine squash and olive oil; toss to coat. Roast squash about 25 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Remove squash from oven; reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain andset aside. In a 6-quart Dutch oven melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook about 5 minutes or until onion is tender but not browned, stirring occasionally. Stir in the flour; cook and stir for 1 minute more. Add the milk all at once. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Stir in cheeses until melted. Stir in spinach until wilted. Stir in sage, salt, and pepper. Gently stir in cooked pasta and squash until combined. Transfer pasta mixture to a 3-quart baking dish; cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and top with pine nuts. Bake, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes more or until heated through.
SPINACH AND PASTA BAKE
Bisquick Heart Smart® recipe! Like macaroni and cheese? Enjoy this one with a veggie twist.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. In large bowl, stir together macaroni, spinach and mushrooms; spread in dish.
- In large bowl, beat remaining ingredients except Cheddar cheese with wire whisk or hand beater about 1 minute or until almost smooth; stir in Cheddar cheese. Pour over spinach mixture.
- Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use frozen spinach. Just be sure to thaw it and squeeze out all the excess water before using.
- Use a good quality pasta. A sturdy pasta like penne or rigatoni will hold up well in the baking process.
- Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Use a creamy sauce. A béchamel or Alfredo sauce will make the pasta bake rich and decadent.
- Add some vegetables to the pasta bake. Chopped broccoli, cauliflower, or zucchini are all good options.
- Top the pasta bake with cheese. A combination of Parmesan and mozzarella cheese is a classic choice.
- Bake the pasta bake until it is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the pasta bake cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Spinach and pasta bake is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables, and it can be easily customized to suit your own taste. Whether you like it cheesy, creamy, or vegetable-packed, there is a spinach and pasta bake recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give spinach and pasta bake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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