Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Bake

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4.6

63 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    363 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Bake

Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Bake, an easy, delicious cheesy vegetarian pasta recipe. Parmesan and Gruyere make it a creamy yummy family favorite.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 3 cups cooked short pasta (I used penne pasta)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (raw)
  • 3/4 cup tomato puree (passata/conserva)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1-2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 cup Fontina/Fontal cheese (gruyere or provolone are a good substitute)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
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Instructions

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Lightly oil an 8 x 6 inch (20x15 cm) baking dish.
  2. In a large pan heat the olive oil and garlic (for approximately 1 minute) then add the tomato puree (passata), water, basil, oregano and salt, simmer on medium heat for approximately 10-15 minutes, until thickened.
  3. While the sauce is cooking, cook the pasta in salted boiling water for approximately 4 minutes then add the broccoli florets and continue to boil for approximately 3-4 minutes, drain well, do not rinse.
  4. Add the pasta and broccoli to the sauce, add half the Fontina and 1/2 the Parmesan cheese and toss gently, place in the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining Fontina and Parmesan cheese. Bake approximately 20 minutes, serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for two to three days and can be rewarmed.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 363kcal (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 363 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 363kcal 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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