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Baked Mostaccioli Primavera

Baked Mostaccioli Primavera

  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Description

A colorful, veggie-packed twist on classic baked pasta, this dish combines mostaccioli pasta, fresh sautéed vegetables, marinara sauce, and a cheesy topping. It’s an easy, comforting, and flavorful meal that brings a burst of spring to your dinner table!

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 pound mostaccioli pasta

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 zucchini, chopped

  • 1 cup broccoli florets

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 cups marinara sauce

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the other ingredients.

2. Cook the Pasta

Cook the mostaccioli pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.

3. Sauté the Vegetables

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli florets. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 7-10 minutes.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

4. Combine the Pasta & Veggies

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the vegetable mixture. Pour in the marinara sauce and stir until well combined.

5. Transfer to Baking Dish

Transfer the pasta and vegetable mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

6. Top with Cheese

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta mixture.

7. Bake

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

8. Garnish & Serve

Once the pasta is done baking, remove from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.

Notes

This Baked Mostaccioli Primavera is the perfect blend of pasta, veggies, and cheese. It’s customizable, easy to make, and ideal for serving a crowd. Enjoy!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://easysweetmeal.com/baked-mostaccioli-primavera/