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Baked Penne with Mushrooms and Spinach

This baked penne with mushrooms and spinach is a cheesy, one-pan pasta bake packed with flavour. An easy, comforting weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
Course Main Course
Category Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 485 kcal
Autor Elle

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 small yellow onions, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 500 g cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • sea salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend
  • 3–4 handfuls baby spinach (or frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth (500 ml)
  • 1 x 340 g jar premade pasta sauce (your favourite brand)
  • 250 g dry penne pasta
  • 150 g cherry or mini roma tomatoes
  • Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 250 g ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan (50 g)
  • 2 x 100 g balls fresh mozzarella cheese
  • Chopped flat-leaf parsley, to garnish

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F (180°C fan-assisted).

  2. Sauté the aromatics & mushrooms: In a large ovenproof skillet (Ø 28–30 cm), heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and mushrooms. Cook for a couple minutes, then season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their liquid and soften, about 7–8 minutes.

  3. Add the spinach & liquids: Stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt slightly. Pour in the broth and pasta sauce, then add the dry pasta and cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle in a pinch of red pepper flakes, if using. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

  4. Assemble the dish: Turn off the heat and dot the ricotta over the pasta mixture. Arrange the mozzarella slices evenly on top, then sprinkle with Parmesan.

  5. Bake: Cover with a lid (or aluminum foil) and transfer to the oven. Bake for 25 minutes.

  6. Broil & finish: Remove the lid and let the cheese turn golden, about 2–3 minutes under the broiler (optional).

  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

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Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 180°C / 350°F until warmed through, or microwave individual portions.

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