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How to Make Sandy's Primavera Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sandy's Primavera Casserole is a delightful and wholesome dish that brings together the flavors and textures of fresh vegetables and cheese. This casserole is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for a family dinner or a potluck. It is a versatile recipe that can be customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a go-to dish for any occasion.

The name "primavera" means "spring" in Italian, and this casserole certainly lives up to its name with an abundance of colorful an...

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces shaped pasta such as gemilli, fusilli, or rotelle
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1 large yellow squash, quartered lengthwise, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces sugar snap peas, strings removed, halved
  • 6 asparagus spears, ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 37 mins
  • Total Time: 57 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 9 cups

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook bell pepper, squash, and garlic, stirring occasionally, until pepper is crisp-tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Add snap peas and asparagus and cook, stirring, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 2 minutes more.
  • Put flour and salt in a bowl and whisk in milk until smooth. Add flour mixture to skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sauce is lightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour mixture over pasta and stir in tomatoes, 3/4 cup parmesan, and basil. Transfer to prepared baking dish and sprinkle with panko and remaining 1/4 cup parmesan. Bake until top is lightly golden and sauce is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    350 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 654mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 48mg
    • Calcium: 281mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 456mg

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    Baking recipes
    Pasta recipes
    Vegetarian recipes
    Casserole recipes
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