Description
No-Boil Broccoli Pasta Bake is a comforting and cheesy dish that combines fresh broccoli, tender pasta, and rich tomato sauce for a delightful family meal. This easy-to-make recipe requires minimal prep time and delivers maximum flavor, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. With its gooey melted cheese and vibrant colors, this casserole will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil.
- Cook the pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened (3-5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir in cooked pasta and broccoli until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil (shiny side down) and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil halfway through to let the cheese bubble.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg