You know those nights when you just want something warm and cheesy, but you don’t have the energy to fuss around in the kitchen? Yeah, I get it. I had one of those evenings, and I was craving pasta, but all I had was a sad bag of spinach and some leftover cheese. So, I thought, why not throw it all together in one pan and see what happens?
I dumped everything in a baking dish, but in my haste, I forgot to add enough water. What a mess! The pasta was a bit dry, but it still tasted like a dream. I learned that lesson the hard way. But hey, a little extra cheese on top helped it along, and I ended up with a gooey, cheesy dish that I couldn’t stop eating!
This one-pan spinach pasta bake is now my go-to for busy weeknights. You just mix, bake, and enjoy! No complicated steps or fancy techniques required. Just a comforting dish that’ll make you feel like a culinary genius, even on your laziest days.
Ingredients
8 ounces of pasta (penne or fusilli work great)
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup water or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make It
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a baking dish, combine the pasta, spinach, ricotta cheese, and garlic powder.
Add the water or broth, and season with salt and pepper.
Mix everything together until well combined.
Top with mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Serve
Enjoy straight from the pan, scooping out cheesy goodness onto your plate. Perfect for a cozy night in!
