BASIL PASTA SHELLS
Basil and cherry tomatoes add pizzazz to this cheesy dish suggested by Canton, New York field editor Marcia Hostetter. "It's a light casserole that's nice enough to serve to company," she says.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions in oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, bacon, basil and pepper; cook and stir until tomatoes are softened. Rinse and drain pasta; stir into tomato mixture. Add half of the cheese. , Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Siobhan Duffy
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pasta shells cook in no time and the basil pesto is so flavorful. I always have a jar of pesto in my fridge so I can make this recipe at a moment's notice.
asik asik
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love that it's a one-pot meal and it's so easy to clean up. I always add a little extra Parmesan cheese at the end for a cheesy finish.
Najib Intezar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the pasta shells and they don't even notice the spinach. I always make a double batch of this recipe so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Z Us
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pasta recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. The basil pesto is so flavorful and the pasta shells are cooked perfectly. I'm already planning on making this again next week.
Nicole Steele
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and Parmesan cheese to give it more flavor.
Amal Galal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The basil flavor was very subtle and the pasta shells were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mashal Shedrack
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pasta shells cook in no time and the basil pesto is so flavorful. I always have a jar of pesto in my fridge so I can make this recipe at a moment's notice.
Mosa Makoti
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love that it's a one-pot meal and it's so easy to clean up. I always add a little extra Parmesan cheese at the end for a cheesy finish.
Da Beanzie
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The homemade basil pesto is so much better than anything you can buy in a jar. I highly recommend this recipe for a special occasion dinner.
Hamyun Khan
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pasta recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. The basil pesto is so flavorful and the pasta shells are cooked perfectly. I'm already planning on making this again next week.
Sodaba Sharifi
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the pasta shells and they don't even notice the spinach. I always make a double batch of this recipe so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Ropa Ndawanaa
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the creamy pesto sauce and the pasta shells were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.
Urdu Moralstories
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover pasta. I love the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts. It gives the dish a nice Mediterranean flair.
Johannes Van Rooyn
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The basil flavor was very subtle and the pasta shells were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Gladis Amaya
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and Parmesan cheese to give it more flavor.
Gerim X Gaming YT
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The pasta shells are cooked perfectly and the basil pesto is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!
Diana Solet
[email protected]This basil pasta shells recipe is a lifesaver! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use fresh or dried basil, depending on what I have on hand.