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Baked Pasta with Mushrooms, Spinach, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

This baked pasta features tender pasta combined with caramelized mushrooms, wilted spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and melted cheese, baked until bubbling and golden. The dish has a hearty, comforting texture with crisp cheese edges and a flavorful, saucy interior.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli) uncooked
  • 2 cups mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes rehydrated if needed, chopped
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the sliced mushrooms. Sauté until golden brown and fragrant, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until it releases its aroma.
    12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  4. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
    12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  5. Toss in the chopped spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes, allowing it to reduce in volume.
    12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper; stir to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, creating a creamy sauce.
    12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  7. Combine the cooked pasta with the mushroom and spinach mixture in the skillet, tossing gently to coat evenly with the sauce.
  8. Transfer the mixture into a buttered baking dish, spreading it out evenly and sprinkling shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
    12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes. The edges should be golden and crispy.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving, allowing the flavors to settle and the cheese to firm up a bit.