Baked Penne With Roasted Vegetables Courtesy Giada De La Recipe

A crowd-pleasing vegetarian bake inspired by Giada De Laurentiis! This recipe, adapted from her Everyday Italian show, features perfectly roasted vegetables tossed with al dente penne, rich marinara, and melted cheeses. A family favorite, even picky eaters will love this hearty and flavorful dish. (Note: This version includes garlic, unlike Giada's original garlic-free recipe for her mother.)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 707.4 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 4.5 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Penne With Roasted Vegetables Courtesy Giada De La

  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 yellow squash
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Dried Italian Herb Seasoning
  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • Fontina Cheese
  • Smoked Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 5/6 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 10 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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How to Make Baked Penne With Roasted Vegetables Courtesy Giada De La

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the following vegetables with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper: 1 red bell pepper (chopped), 1 zucchini (chopped), 1 yellow squash (chopped), 8 oz cremini mushrooms (sliced), 1 medium onion (chopped), and 10 cloves garlic (split).
  3. Spread vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. While vegetables roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente but still firm to the bite (about 6 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, roasted vegetables, 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup frozen peas, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Gently toss to coat the pasta evenly.
  7. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared dish.
  8. Top with remaining 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

56 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

56g

Carbs

30g

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