Description
Ultimate Comfort Food Cheesy Casserole is a delightful blend of pasta, creamy cheese, and vibrant vegetables that warms the soul. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, delivering maximum flavor with minimal effort. With layers of melted cheese and a crunchy topping, every bite feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook penne pasta in salted water until al dente; drain.
- Sauté bell peppers and spinach in a skillet over medium heat until softened.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, sautéed veggies, cream of mushroom soup, cheeses, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Combine panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and Parmesan; sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg