RANCH PASTA

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I came up with this ranch pasta after making recipes for a bridal shower. It was party day and I needed to take some shortcuts! Everyone loves the simple Parmesan ranch white sauce, and it's easy to throw in veggies you have on hand. -Merry Graham, Newhall, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Italian cheese blend
1-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
1 cup ranch salad dressing
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry or 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
2 slices day-old French bread (1/2 inch thick)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , In a large bowl, mix Italian cheese blend, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, sour cream and salad dressing. Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture. Fold in spinach. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Tear French bread into pieces; place in a food processor. Cover and pulse until crumbs form. Toss bread crumbs with oil, lemon zest, parsley, garlic salt and remaining Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over pasta mixture., Bake, covered, 25 minutes. Uncover; bake until golden brown and bubbly, 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 30g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 841mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Eric D Fontanez
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Fakhar e Alam
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This dish is a must-try! The creamy sauce and tender chicken are to die for.


Freefire Boy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the results are always amazing.


Jordan Meswan
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Arbin Aliji
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I'm not a huge fan of ranch dressing, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


Nishat Ahmed Nisho
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This dish is always a hit at parties. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Dave Sinanan
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add different vegetables or proteins depending on what I have on hand.


hailey mckenna
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The ranch flavor is so addictive and the chicken is always juicy.


Shabana khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Sagar Dhami
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand.


Muja Lawal
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Baijeed Bostami
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This recipe is a keeper! The ranch flavor really shines through in the sauce, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I served it with a side of mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.


andromeda olimene
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Karlee Griffin
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


palash kumar datta
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add more vegetables.


Mohammad Momin
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This dish was amazing! The ranch flavor really comes through in the sauce, and the chicken is so tender. I served it with a side of garlic bread and it was the perfect meal.


Ansah Vera
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashfaq king
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This ranch pasta recipe was a hit with my family! The creamy sauce and tender chicken were perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I also loved that I could use ingredients I already had on hand.