Marvelous Monday to Friday Casserole

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 500g Pasta, uncooked
• 2 cups Mixed vegetables, chopped (such as bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms)
• 3 cups Marinara sauce, ready-to-use
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese, fresh
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp Olive oil, for greasing
• to taste Salt, none
• to taste Black pepper, freshly ground

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
2. 2.Layer half the pasta at the bottom of the dish, followed by half the vegetables and half the marinara sauce.
3. 3.Dollop spoonfuls of ricotta over the sauce and sprinkle with half the mozzarella and Parmesan.
4. 4.Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients.
5. 5.Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
6. 6.Let stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFeel free to swap in any of your favorite veggies to make this casserole your own!
• chevron_rightFor a meaty version, add layers of cooked ground beef or turkey between the pasta layers.