Pasta al Horno

Pasta al Horno is a deliciously baked pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of Spanish ingredients with a comforting, cheesy topping. This vegetarian recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner and is sure to please both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.

Ingredients

• Pasta (penne or rigatoni) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Mushrooms - 150 grams, sliced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Tomato sauce - 400 grams
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Grated mozzarella cheese - 100 grams
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
6. Add the tomato sauce, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the vegetable sauce and half of the crumbled feta cheese. Stir until well combined.
8. Transfer the pasta mixture into a baking dish and top with the grated mozzarella cheese and the remaining feta cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 80 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of protein from cheese and pasta.

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