How to Make Portobello Penne Pasta Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you in the mood for a comforting and flavorful pasta dish that's perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers for days? If so, you'll want to try this delicious recipe for Portobello Penne Pasta Casserole. Bursting with savory flavors and hearty textures, this casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish that's sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Featuring tender penne pasta, robust Portobello mushrooms, and a creamy, cheesy sauce, this casserole is a perfect choice ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup margarine
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • ¼ cup soy sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the mushrooms, cook 1 minute, and set aside. Melt margarine in the saucepan. Mix in flour, garlic, and basil. Gradually mix in milk until thickened. Stir in 1 cup cheese until melted. Remove saucepan from heat, and mix in cooked pasta, mushrooms, spinach, and soy sauce. Transfer to the prepared baking dish, and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly brown.
  • Nutrition

    380 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 811mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 354mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 438mg