Description
Spinach & Ricotta Pasta Bake is a delightful, comforting dish that combines creamy ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, and al dente pasta enveloped in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering maximum flavor with minimal prep time. Each cheesy bite promises to satisfy your cravings while providing a warm hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sautéed spinach, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and marinara sauce. Mix well.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in a greased baking dish. Top with half of the remaining mozzarella and some Parmesan cheese. Add the rest of the pasta mixture and finish with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg