THE PAMPERED CHEF PRONTO PASTA BAKE

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This is a quick and easy alternative to basic lasagna. I didn't use any of the Pampered Chef utensils, but it still tasted great. Recipe courtesy of Doris Christopher's Stoneware Sensations Baking with The Family Heritage Collection.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces rotini pasta, uncooked
2 medium zucchini, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
2 garlic cloves, pressed
48 ounces spaghetti sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Cook pasta according to the package directions and drain.
  • Chop zucchini with Food Chopper.
  • Using Garlic Press, press garlic into Classic 2-Qt Batter Bowl.
  • Add zucchini, spaghetti sauce, and basil.
  • Grate Parmesan cheese with Deluxe Cheese Grater.
  • In a 9x13" Baker, layer one-third of the spaghetti sauce mixture, half of the pasta, one-third of the spaghetti sauce mixture and half of each of the cheeses.
  • Repeat layers with the remaining pasta, sauce, and cheeses and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake 45 minutes.
  • Uncover, continue baking 5 minutes.
  • Serve with roasted garlic bread, if desired.
  • Cook's Tips: Casserole may be prepared ahead, covered and refrigerated overnight. Bake as directed except increase the covered baking time to 1 hour.
  • For a 6-serving recipe, reduce rotini to 8 ounces, zucchini to 1 1/3 cups, garlic to 1 clove, spaghetti sauce to 28 oz, basil to 3/4 tsp, grated Parmesan cheese to 1/4 cup and mozzarella cheese to 1 cup. Assemble casserole as directed. Place in 9" Square Baker. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Uncover and continue baking 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.4, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 29.5, Sodium 655.7, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 10.9, Protein 16.5

Aivars Lurens
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This pasta bake is a 5-star recipe!


Braulio Marin
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I would definitely recommend this pasta bake to anyone.


Zak Saeed
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This pasta bake is a delicious and easy meal that the whole family will love.


Parwati Dhami
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This pasta bake is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Okolie Onyeka
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I love that this pasta bake can be made ahead of time.


Hari xettri
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This pasta bake is perfect for a party or potluck.


UMAR DIN
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I added some broccoli and zucchini to this pasta bake and it was delicious.


Mielat Teklemichael
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


MF Khan
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I've made this pasta bake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Ronia Abc
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta bakes, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Aneeza Kazmi
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This was the perfect comfort food for a cold night. It was cheesy, gooey, and delicious.


Sakariye Ismacil
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I made this pasta bake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Babu Basha
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pasta bake was delicious. I would recommend it to anyone.


Naqib Khan
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Hhg Ggg
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This pasta bake was so flavorful and the cheese was perfectly melted.


Niloy khan
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I wasn't sure how this recipe would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was really good!


Blessing Ubani
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The Pronto Pasta Bake was a delicious and cheesy meal. My kids loved it!


DreadheadZay Cole
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I love how quick and easy this recipe is. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Maria Adekoya
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This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.