Baked Penne With Tomatoes And Peas

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 0

Baked Penne With Tomatoes And Peas - a simple and delicious pasta dish

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 ounces penne
	1 cup frozen peas , thawed
	1 cup cherries or 1 cup grape tomatoes , halved
	2 cups bottled pasta tomato sauce
	2 cups shredded low fat mozzarella , divided
	1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

417

Sugar

10g

Fat

14g

Baked Penne With Tomatoes And Peas is a classic pasta dish that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. With its combination of penne, vegetables, and cheese, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that is both comforting and satisfying. While it may not be the most nutritious meal, it is a great way to get more vegetables into your diet and can easily be modified to include additional protein or other healthy ingredients. Enjoy this delicious dish with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Cook pasta according to package instructions.
3.	In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with the thawed peas, halved cherries or grape tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
4.	Mix in 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese.
5.	Transfer mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese on top.
6.	Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7.	Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This dish is quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

The combination of pasta, vegetables, and cheese provides a satisfying and balanced meal.

The recipe makes plenty for leftovers or for feeding a crowd.

CONS

While this dish contains vegetables, it does not provide a significant amount of protein or other essential nutrients.

It may be too cheesy or high in calories for some diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains vegetables, which provide vitamins, minerals, and fiber essential to a healthy diet.
Tomato sauce provides lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.
However, the dish is also high in sodium from the cheese and canned tomato sauce, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.