Dump-and-Bake Spinach Ricotta Pasta
A simple and comforting Dump-and-Bake Spinach Ricotta Pasta that requires minimal fuss, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare a large 9×13” baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Combine the penne, marinara sauce, and water in the baking dish, mixing well.
- Add dollops of ricotta cheese on top of the pasta.
- Toss in the fresh spinach over the ricotta.
- Top with mozzarella cheese evenly.
- Bake covered with aluminum foil for 25 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite ingredients like roasted vegetables or different cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pasta, spinach, ricotta, comfort food, easy recipe
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