Best 2 Penne And Spinach Bake Recipes

Penne and spinach bake is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover penne pasta and spinach, and it can be easily customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables, cheeses, and spices to create a dish that is perfect for your taste. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, penne and spinach bake is a great option.

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PENNE AND SPINACH BAKE

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This is a quick lowfat meatless dinner, easy because it uses items always on hand, and different because the sauce is milk rather than tomato based. Got this from my friend Diana and make it often. If I have time, I like to use fresh spinach, lightly steamed, and fresh Parmesan cheese.

Provided by LonghornMama

Categories Penne

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

8 ounces penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, divided
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese, grated
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Saute onion and garlic in 1 T butter until tender.
Add flour and stir to coat onions.
Add milk and cook over medium low until bubbly and slightly thickened.
Remove from heat; add 1/4 c cheese and seasonings.
Combine pasta, sauce, 1 c cheese, tomatoes and spinach in large bowl.
Spoon into greased 13x9 baking dish.
Combine bread crumbs, 2 T cheese and 1 T butter.
Sprinkle over pasta.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

PENNE AND SPINACH PASTA BAKE WITH BLUE CHEESE

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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

Ingredients

12 ounces penne
200 g frozen spinach
85 g blue cheese, of choice (I use Blaukrantz a local blue cheese in S. Africa)
250 g mascarpone cheese
25 g freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 pinch chili flakes (optional)
freshly ground salt and black pepper, for seasoning

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

Tips:

Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture. If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using.
If you don't have any heavy cream on hand, you can substitute milk or evaporated milk. However, the sauce will be thinner and less creamy.
To make the dish more flavorful, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or grated Parmesan cheese on top of the casserole before baking.
You know your oven best! Keep an eye on the dish while it's baking to make sure it doesn't overcook.

Conclusion:

Penne and spinach bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover pasta and spinach. With its creamy sauce, tender pasta, and flavorful spinach, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give penne and spinach bake a try.