SPINACH AND RICOTTA PASTA BAKE
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By James
SPINACH AND RICOTTA PASTA BAKE
A pasta bake is a great recipe to have in your arsenal. This one takes the classic flavour combination of spinach and ricotta and adds the sweetness of roasted peppers and tempting creaminess of melting mozzarella,
Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 16:18:31 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
45
Low
Glycemic Load
28
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories400.3 kcal (20%)
Total Fat11.6 g (17%)
Carbs60.7 g (23%)
Sugars4.7 g (5%)
Protein18.4 g (37%)
Sodium375.5 mg (19%)
Fiber10.1 g (36%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 220°C/Fan 200°C/Gas 7.
Step 2
2 Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil over a high heat. Add the penne, stir well and cook, according to the packet instructions, until al dente.
Step 3
3 Meanwhile, set another large pan over a high heat and add the oil. When hot, add the onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until ftened. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes; add a splash of water if it starts to catch. Stir in the paprika and cook for 1 minute.
Step 4
Add the roasted peppers, passata, tomatoes and oregano. Pour the 100ml water into the passata jar, swirl it around then pour into the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes.
Step 5
5 Meanwhile, mix the ricotta and chopped sage together in a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 6
6 Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold
Step 7
running water to cool completely. Drain and set aside.
Step 8
7 Stir the spinach and basil through the pepper and tomato sauce until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the pasta to the sauce and stir to coat. Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish, about 32 x 28cm and 6-7cm deep, spreading it evenly.
Step 9
8 Scatter over the diced mozzarella, dot with the ricotta mixture and sprinkle with the grated Parmesan. Bake on a high shelf in the oven for 20-25 minutes. Serve with a bowl of mixed leaves on the side.
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