Spinach & Ricotta Pasta Bake
A comforting baked pasta dish featuring creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and gooey mozzarella, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Mix the cooked pasta with ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, marinara sauce, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in a baking dish, then half the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and drizzle with olive oil on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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