Description
No-Boil Broccoli Pasta Bake is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines tender pasta, crunchy broccoli, and gooey cheese, all baked to golden perfection. This easy recipe requires no boiling, making it a time-saver for busy weeknights while delivering irresistible flavors that will delight your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix uncooked pasta, broccoli florets, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Top generously with cheddar cheese and sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg