Name: Pesto & Courgette Pasta Bake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 300g pasta (penne or fusilli); 2 medium courgettes, thinly sliced; 4 tbsp of pesto; 200g mozzarella cheese, grated; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper, to taste

Pesto & Courgette Pasta Bake Recipe

Belita Umana Modified: February 18, 2024

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How To Make Pesto & Courgette Pasta Bake

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

300g pasta (penne or fusilli)
2 medium courgettes, thinly sliced
4 tbsp of pesto
200g mozzarella cheese, grated
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a large skillet, sauté the courgette slices with a little olive oil until tender. Remove from the heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together cooked pasta, pesto, sautéed courgettes, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.