How to Cook Vegetarian Baked Pasta in Easy Steps

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Vegetarian baked pasta –Are you ready to dive into the cheesy, saucy world of vegetarian oven-baked pasta casserole? This dish is so delightful that even the veggies are dancing in your plate! Gather your taste buds and prepare for a flavor explosion that will make your pasta dreams come true.

So Delicious, You’ll Want to Hug Your Oven!

Imagine a casserole that warms your heart and fills your belly. This veggie-packed pasta masterpiece is bursting with flavors and is as easy to make as pie (but probably tastier!). Let’s get to the good stuff!

Vegetarian Oven-Baked Pasta Casserole

Ingredients That Will Make You Smile

  • 2 cups of cooked pasta (your choice, but spirals add a little twirl!)
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (because who doesn’t love cheese?)
  • 2 cups spinach (the more, the merrier!)
  • 1 jar marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade, we don’t judge)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella (for that gooey goodness)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (because garlic is life)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (a little sprinkle goes a long way)
  • A pinch of Italian seasoning (the secret handshake of herbs)

Instructions That Even a Child Could Follow (with supervision, of course)

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This is the part where you pretend you’re a baker and tilt your head confidently).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta, ricotta cheese, spinach, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning. Channel your inner chef and mix it really well!
  3. In a beautiful baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce. This is like putting on the first coat of paint in your masterpiece!
  4. Next, pour the pasta mixture into the dish. Spread it evenly like you’re ice-skating on tomato sauce.
  5. Top it all off with more marinara sauce and the shredded mozzarella. If you’re feeling wild, add more cheese. We’re not judging; we’re cheering you on!
  6. Cover with foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and let it bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Watch it closely so it doesn’t burn – we want golden, not charcoal!
  7. Once it’s out of the oven, let it sit for a few minutes before diving in (hot cheese might not be your friend if you’re too eager).

And there you have it, folks! A vegetarian oven-baked pasta casserole so good you’ll want it at every meal. Dig in and enjoy the goodness!