Vegetarian Cheese Pasta Bake Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty and satisfying vegetarian pasta bake featuring layers of cheesy goodness, fresh herbs, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner solution.

Ingredients

• - Schwartz Oregano
• - De Cecco Spaghetti
• 1 Kg Yellow/White Onion 1kg
• - Agromonte Salsa Pronta
• 1 Kg Tomatoes 1kg
• - Sussex Wholefoods Organic Dried Basil
• - Bazachi Arla Pro Mozzarella Professional Grated Cheese
• 395G D'Aucy Chopped Spinach
• - Tata Salt

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
2. 2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté 1/2 cup of diced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3. 3. Add 1 can (14 oz) of tomato sauce, 1 diced tomato, 1 tsp dried basil, 1/4 tsp oregano, and 1 tsp salt to the skillet. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes.
4. 4. Cook 12 oz of spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and mix the cooked spaghetti into the tomato sauce mixture.
5. 5. Spread half of the spaghetti mixture into the prepared baking dish. Layer 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the spaghetti.
6. 6. Add the remaining spaghetti mixture on top and sprinkle another 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
7. 7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. 8. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and serve warm.