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Baked Penne For One

This single serving baked penne recipe is a flavorful dish made with roasted vegetables, marinara sauce, and a blend of cheeses. Tossed with pasta and baked until golden and bubbly, it’s a delicious and satisfying meal.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: baked pasta, baked pasta with vegetables and cheese, baked penne with roasted vegetables, roasted penne, roasted vegetable pasta bake, roasted vegetables, vegetable pasta bake, vegetarian
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup diced zucchini
  • ½ cup diced red bell peppers
  • ½ cup chopped onions
  • 1 clove garlic -minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning or herbes de Provence
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • ⅔ cup dried penne pasta (2 oz)
  • ¾ cup marinara Sauce
  • ½ cup fontina cheese -shredded (1 ½ ounces)
  • ¼ cup gruyère cheese -shredded (1 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter -cut into small pieces
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Roast the vegetables: Toss diced zucchini, peppers, onions, and garlic with olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender.
  • Cook the pasta: Boil a small pot of water over high heat. Add pasta and cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain.
    Note: The pasta will finish cooking in the oven, so keep it al dente—tender but firm.
  • Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, toss drained pasta with roasted vegetables, marinara, fontina, and gruyère until evenly coated.
  • Assemble: Transfer to a lightly buttered 4x6-inch or 5x5-inch baking dish. Top with Parmesan and butter pieces.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, until the top is golden and the cheese is melted.

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Notes

  • Evenly Cut Vegetables: Chop vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking.
  • Best Pasta Options: Use penne, ziti, or rigatoni. For a healthier choice, try whole wheat or brown rice pasta.
  • Cook Pasta Al Dente: Slightly undercook the pasta since it will finish cooking in the oven.
 
If doubling this recipe, use a 6x8 inch baking dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 790kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 1056mg | Potassium: 898mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1746IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 384mg | Iron: 3mg

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