Awesome Penne Spinach Bake Recipe

Creamy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible! This Awesome Penne Spinach Bake combines tender penne pasta and fresh spinach in a luscious cream sauce, then bakes to golden perfection under a crunchy breadcrumb and cheese topping. Get ready for a comforting and flavorful dish the whole family will adore. Easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 660.1 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 4.5 (12 Reviews)
Awesome Penne Spinach Bake

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Awesome Penne Spinach Bake

  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • Butter
  • Minced Garlic Cloves
  • Onion
  • Flour
  • Dried Thyme
  • Nutmeg
  • Black Pepper
  • Half And Half Cream
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Swiss Cheese
  • Tomatoes
  • Frozen Chopped Spinach
  • Breadcrumbs

How to Make Awesome Penne Spinach Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Add cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine.
  7. Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. In a medium bowl, combine breadcrumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese, and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the pasta mixture.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

119g

Carbs

19g