FOUR-CHEESE BAKED PENNE

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This cheesy pasta dish is comforting, hearty, delicious and-surprise!-meatless. Filling whole grains, low-fat protein and a touch of heat make this recipe a keeper! Serve with a salad and crusty bread. -Janet Elrod, Newnan, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook penne according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, oregano, rosemary, pepper flakes and pepper. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool for 15 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. Drain penne; add to sauce. Stir in cottage cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella and all of the ricotta. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with Parmesan cheese and remaining mozzarella., Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Gulam Mahuddin
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I made this dish for my birthday dinner and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


BD BABU VOLG
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Big Zee
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


Tyler Burcham
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This is the best pasta dish I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


Overdrive Music
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I love this dish because it's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Anjuman Shraboni Anjuman Shraboni
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover cheese.


Mohamed Hegazy
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I made this dish in a slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to save time.


Little Gamer
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This dish is perfect for a crowd. It's easy to double or triple the recipe.


shaneka Brown
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I made this dish with gluten-free pasta and it was still delicious.


Amanda tully
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This dish is so versatile. You can add any type of cheese you like.


Raiti's Rides Fan
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I'm not a great cook, but this dish turned out perfectly. It's a keeper!


Zeeshan zafar
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting.


Emmanuel king
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Deja Brider
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so cheesy and flavorful.


Jonh Ngem
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Laur The wolf
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Hadier Ali
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I'm not a big fan of pasta dishes, but this one was really good! The four cheeses gave it a lot of flavor.


Dawn Mninzi
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I made this dish last night and my family loved it! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful.


Moses Eze
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This dish was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I will definitely be making it again.