Pasta Bake with Pumpkin Tomato Sauce
Indulge in this comforting Pasta Bake with Pumpkin Tomato Sauce, a delightful blend of creamy pumpkin and savory tomatoes enveloping tender pasta. This dish is perfect for cozy family gatherings or a simple weeknight meal, offering a nutritious twist on traditional comfort food. With its rich flavors and gooey mozzarella topping, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 14 oz canned diced fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent (5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and Italian seasoning; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Combine pasta with sauce in a large bowl until evenly coated. Transfer to the baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg