ROASTED VEGETABLE PENNE BAKE

Roasted Vegetable Penne Bake image

For a twist, toss veggies with seasoning and oil. Poke holes in a disposable foil-lined pan, grill covered over medium heat, 4-5 minutes per side or until crisp-tender. -Robyn Cavallaro, Easton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved
1 small onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
2 ounces provolone cheese, shredded
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter, cubed

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, red pepper, mushrooms, onion, oil and Italian seasoning; toss to coat. Arrange in a single layer in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, roasted vegetables, tomatoes, provolone cheese, peas, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese; dot with butter. Cover and bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges