BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE

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"I came up with this recipe in the middle of broccoli season, using ingredients I had on hand," writes Evelyn Peterson of Corvallis, Montana. "My family loves this light and pleasing casserole."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
8 cups chopped fresh broccoli
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/4 cup fat-free milk
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 can (8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained, halved and thinly sliced
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 cup sunflower kernels

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions for 7 minutes. Add broccoli; return to a boil. Cook 2 minutes longer or until spaghetti is tender; drain., In a large bowl, combine soup and milk. Add the mushrooms, onion, water chestnuts, olives, salt, pepper and 1 cup cheese. Stir in spaghetti and broccoli. , Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray (dish will be full). Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with sunflower kernels and remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 942mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Md Tamver Hossen Md Tamver Hossen
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This pasta bake was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would recommend using less cheese or a different type of cheese, such as Parmesan or Asiago. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Suvo Gagi
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and Italian seasoning, and it was much better. I would also recommend using a different type of cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar, for a more flavorful dish.


m4yfl0w3rs
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I'm not usually a fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this pasta bake. The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Imbazoe Building Construction
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This pasta bake is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, so it's a great way to clean out my fridge.


Eduardo Suarez
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I made this pasta bake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Claudette Miller
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a delicious and affordable meal that the whole family will enjoy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Rodney Bennett
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This pasta bake is a great comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and flavorful, and it's sure to please everyone at the table. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and satisfying meal.


Rony Boulos
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I've made this pasta bake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables, and it's also a delicious and satisfying meal. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and flavor


Richard Owen
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This pasta bake is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover broccoli. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and delicious pasta dish.


Ghost Rider
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I'm a vegetarian and I really enjoyed this pasta bake. The broccoli and cheese sauce was very flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to other vegetarians.


Erin Dawn
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This pasta bake is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the broccoli and cheese sauce, and they didn't even notice that they were eating vegetables.


Yehia Aldriby
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it! They especially liked the broccoli and cheese sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


HD EMON
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This pasta bake was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would recommend using less cheese or a different type of cheese, such as Parmesan or Asiago. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


William cullen
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and Italian seasoning, and it was much better. I would also recommend using a different type of cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar, for a more flavorful dish.


Darea
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I'm not usually a fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this pasta bake. The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mawanda Rashidah
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This pasta bake is my new favorite comfort food. It's so easy to make and always comes out delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, so it's a great way to clean out my fridge.


Sheikh Raiyan
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Abegunde Olanrewaju
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This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The broccoli and cheese sauce were perfectly creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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