Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake Recipe

This deceptively simple Italian macaroni bake is a quick, easy, and surprisingly delicious vegetarian meal! Forget complicated recipes – this one uses pantry staples to create a subtly flavorful casserole that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. Don't be tempted to change it; the combination of mayonnaise, stewed tomatoes, and mozzarella is key to its unique taste. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 435 kcal
Protein 36g
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Ingredients for Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake

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How to Make Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, 1 (28 ounce) can of stewed tomatoes (undrained), ½ cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and ¼ cup mayonnaise.
  4. Pour the macaroni mixture into a greased 1 ½-quart casserole dish.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup (2 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

29g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake?

Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake?

Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake has approximately 435 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake?

The key ingredients for Meatless Italian Macaroni Bake are Elbow Macaroni, Stewed Tomatoes, Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese, Reduced Fat Mayonnaise, Italian Seasoning. See the full list with measurements above.

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