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Spinach and Ricotta Pasta Bake Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A delicious vegetarian pasta bake combining creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and melted cheese, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

Pasta and Cheese

  • 200 g gluten-free dried pasta
  • 250 g ricotta (or mascarpone)
  • 100 g mozzarella or cheddar cheese (grated) (plus extra for topping)
  • 50 g grana padano or parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 100 g spinach (roughly chopped)
  • 400 g passata (sieved tomatoes)
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp garlic-infused oil
  • 1 tbsp tomato puree
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • a handful fresh chives (finely chopped) (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted water, drain, and set aside.
  • Mix ricotta, mozzarella, and grana padano in a bowl, then add cooked pasta and a little pasta water.
  • Stir in chopped spinach and season to taste.
  • Combine passata, oregano, garlic oil, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
  • Layer the pasta mixture in an ovenproof dish, pour sauce over, top with extra cheese, and bake at 220°C for 20-25 mins until golden.

Notes

Use mascarpone instead of ricotta for a richer texture.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pasta, Vegetarian