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Creamy Penne Pasta Bake With Zucchini

A delicious and creamy pasta bake with fresh zucchini.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 300 g Penne Pasta
  • 2 cups Zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced zucchini to the saucepan and cook until tender.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Mix in the cooked penne pasta, mozzarella cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Bake, Pasta, Zucchini
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