Discover the delectable flavors of spinach pesto pasta bake, a culinary masterpiece from Tasty. This tantalizing dish combines the vibrant freshness of spinach, the aromatic nutty flavor of pesto, the velvety texture of creamy cheese sauce, and the al dente bite of pasta. Each element harmonizes seamlessly, creating a symphony of tastes and textures that will delight your palate. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weekday meal or a showstopping dish for a special occasion, this spinach pesto pasta bake is sure to impress.
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SPINACH MUSHROOM PESTO SPAGHETTI RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: canola oil, spinach, mushroom, salt, pepper, pesto, parmesan cheese, spaghetti
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat pot over medium-high heat.
- Add oil to the pot.
- Cook the spinach until wilted.
- Add the mushrooms, salt, and pepper cooking until most of the water is gone.
- Add the pesto and parmesan.
- Add the spaghetti, and toss until evenly coated, with the sauce sticking to the noodles.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1063 calories, Carbohydrate 97 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 5 grams
SPINACH PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, spaghetti, fresh spinach, walnuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, lemon juice, olive oil
Provided by Hitomi Aihara
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a food processor, add all ingredients to make pesto and blend until walnuts are finely blended.
- In a hot pan, add olive oil and cook chicken breast. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the chicken and slice.
- Combine the chicken and pesto sauce into spaghetti and mix until the sauce fully coats the pasta.
- Serve and top it off with parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 627 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 2 grams
SPINACH PESTO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: fresh spinach, fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, lemon juice, olive oil, whole wheat pasta, cherry tomato, mozzarella cheese
Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson
Categories Dinner
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a blender or food processor, add the spinach, basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, salt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Blend until you reach a creamy consistency. Set aside.
- Add the pasta to a large bowl then add the tomatoes. Pour the pesto onto the pasta and mix well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes.
- Carefully remove and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 2 grams
CREAMY PESTO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, grated parmesan cheese, olive oil, cold water, heavy cream, salt, pepper, fusilli pasta, cherry tomato, grated parmesan cheese, mozzarella ball
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make the pesto, mix basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, cold water, heavy cream, salt, and pepper in a food processor for about 30 seconds. Add in olive oil. Process until combined, set aside.
- Cook fusilli to very al dente, or about 3-4 minutes before the package instructs for cook time, then drain pasta.
- Halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a skillet or casserole pan, mix fusilli, cherry tomatoes, and pesto.
- Top with grated parmesan and mozzarella balls.
- Bake at 400° Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until mozzarella has melted.
- Garnish with additional parmesan and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1234 calories, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 89 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 42 grams, Sugar 6 grams
CHICKEN 'N' SPINACH PASTA BAKE
Make and share this Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by KathyP53
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare rigatoni acoording to package directions.
- Meanwhile, spread oil on bottom of an 11x7" baking dish; add onion in a single layer. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or just until tender. Transfer onion to a large bowl and set aside.
- Drain thawed spinach well, pressing between layers of paper towls.
- Stir rigatoni, spinach, chicken and next 4 ingredients into onion in bowl. Spoon mixture into baking dish, and sprinkle evenly with shredded mozzarela cheese.
- Bake, covered, at 375 degrees for 30 minutes; uncover and bake 15 more minutes or until bubbly.
Tips:
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have pesto, you can make your own by blending together fresh basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic.
- You can use any type of pasta for this dish, but short pastas like penne or rotini work best.
- Be sure to cook the pasta al dente, so that it still has a slight bite to it.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half-and-half instead.
- Top the pasta bake with extra Parmesan cheese before baking.
- Serve the pasta bake immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Spinach pesto pasta 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 spinach and pesto. The creamy sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping make this dish a hit with everyone who tries it.
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