Description
Pasta Bake with Pumpkin Tomato Sauce is a cozy, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This recipe features tender pasta enveloped in a creamy, flavorful sauce made from sweet pumpkin and savory tomatoes, topped with melted cheese. It’s not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser at gatherings or family dinners, providing warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and diced tomatoes; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- In a separate pot, cook the penne pasta until al dente; drain.
- Combine the pasta with the sauce in the skillet.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 25mg