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Yum! What's not to love about this Creamy Vegetable Pasta Bake - delicious vegetables in a creamy tomato sauce topped with melted cheese goodness.

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My family love pasta bakes. So it is a dish I create often, varying it up pretty much every time. It's an easy way to hide some vegetable for the kids.

One of our family favourite combinations is This Creamy Vegetable Pasta Bake. It's really delicious and the kids love the mixed colours of the tricoloured bows I use.

Any pasta will work fine in this dish, so use whatever you have on hand. But the tricoloured bows look really pretty in this pasta bake.

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Vegetables such as zucchini and mushrooms in a creamy sauce with peas and sweetcorn topped with fresh tomatoes and melted mozzarella and fresh basil. Delicious!!

It is such a versatile recipe, that you can switch up the vegetable each time you make it.

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You will also find various Pasta Bake recipes on here to choose from.

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Creamy Vegetable Pasta Bake

Yield: SERVES 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Yum! What's not to love about this Creamy Vegetable Pasta Bake - delicious vegetables in a creamy tomato sauce topped with melted cheese goodness.

Ingredients

  • 250g (9oz) of uncooked pasta (can use gluten free pasta) - I used tri-coloured pasta bows.
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small courgette (zucchini), chopped
  • 100g of mushrooms, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic crushed
  • 1 cup (240ml) of passata
  • 1 cup (240ml) of chicken or vegetable stock
  • 2 teaspoons of brown sugar
  • splash of balsamic vinegar
  • chilli flakes (optional if you like a bit of heat)
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) of sweetcorn
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) of peas
  • couple of fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of mixed Italian herbs
  • 8 Laughing Cow Light Cheese Triangles
  • 1 medium sized ripe tomato, sliced
  • 100g (3.5oz) of mozzarella cheese
  • Olive oil spray
  • Salt and Pepper to season

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200c or 400f (gas mark 6)
  2. Spray a frying pan with olive oil spray, add the onion, garlic, mushrooms and courgette and cook until softened over a medium heat.
  3. Add the passata, chicken stock, basil, balsamic vinegar, sugar and sprinkling of chilli flakes. Bring to the boil and then simmer for approx 10 mins. Add a little more water if needed, if the sauce reduces too much.
  4. Add the laughing cow to a bowl and add to in a few spoonfuls of the sauce. Whisk until smooth. Pour this back into the sauce and stir until it is all mixed in. Season with some salt and pepper as needed.
  5. In the meantime, add your pasta to a saucepan of hot water and cook till Al Dente (avoid overcooking, you want the pasta to still have a bite to it).
  6. Add the pasta to the sauce, along with the peas and sweetcorn and mix all ingredients together
  7. Transfer pasta mix to a ovenproof dish.
  8. Top with the slices of tomatoes and the mozzarella cheese.
  9. Bake in the oven till cheese has melted and is golden. Approx 20-30 mins
  10. Serve with a side salad.

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Nutrition Information

Serving Size 1 SERVING
Amount Per ServingCalories 424Total Fat 8.3gSaturated Fat 4.2gCholesterol 31.4mgSodium 799.5mgCarbohydrates 65gFiber 3.3gSugar 8.1gProtein 22.1g

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FAQs

Which rice is free on Slimming World? ›

At Slimming World, we don't believe in cutting out food groups. In fact, potatoes and dried plain pasta, rice, noodles and couscous are all Free Foods, which means that you can eat as much of them as you like! If you fancy some quick, comforting carbs, our healthy pasta and rice recipes will hit the spot.

Is homemade pasta free on Slimming World? ›

Because, fresh pasta has twice as many carbohydrates as dry pasta. In the Slimming World rules, you will see, you can only choose dry pasta to have as a free food.

Is pasta low in calories? ›

About 1 cup of cooked pasta—for most shapes, that's 2 ounces of dry pasta—mixed with vegetables can be a satisfying portion for many people. But even if you eat 2 whole cups of pasta, that's still only about 400 calories (plus 14 g of protein and vitamins and minerals). That's not too shabby for a 2-cup serving.

Can you eat too much pasta on Slimming World? ›

I never, ever feel hungry. Slimming World Free Foods are the foundation of the plan – and the reason why they're called Free Foods is because you can eat them in unlimited amounts, with absolutely no restrictions. I'm a huge pasta fan, and I couldn't believe it when I discovered that pasta is on the Free Foods list!

Why is pasta free on Slimming World but not bread? ›

Before coming to Slimming World, many slimmers are told to avoid carbs – yet carbohydrates such as rice, potatoes and pasta have fantastic filling power, as well as being low in energy density, which is why they're on our Free Food list.

Can I eat pasta and still lose weight? ›

Yes, you can eat pasta and still stick to your weight loss goals and lose fat. The main consideration to keep in mind when making food choices while trying to lose weight is to remain in a calorie deficit. Very simply, if your body uses more calories than you consume, then you will lose weight.

What is the healthiest type of pasta? ›

Whole-Wheat Pasta

Also called whole-grain pasta, this type of pasta keeps the bran, endosperm, and germ of the grain together. It's filled with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. This helps you feel full longer and keeps your blood sugar from spiking. It also has a little over 8 grams of protein per cup cooked.

What kind of pasta is good for weight loss? ›

The best bang for your buck when it comes to weight loss is chickpea pasta, according to Kaytee. "With twice as much fiber and protein, you'll be able to stay satisfied with your meal and consume fewer calories than the other pasta options, helping you to achieve your weight goals," she says.

Is rice Unlimited on Slimming World? ›

Free Foods are at the heart of Food Optimising. They include everyday staples such as pasta, rice and potatoes, and you can eat them in unlimited amounts, so you'll never go hungry.

What is slimmers rice made of? ›

The product, branded 'Slim Rice', is made of 97% water combined with konjac, an Asian root said to suppress hunger pangs and prevent over-eating by stabilising blood-sugar levels.

What is free rice alternative? ›

If so, try these alternatives!
  • Amaranth. Choosing amaranth instead of white rice is a great way to get more fiber in your diet. ...
  • Barley. Barley is a grain that's closely related to wheat and rye. ...
  • Broccoli Rice. Riced broccoli is a smart rice alternative. ...
  • Bulgur wheat. ...
  • Cabbage Shreds. ...
  • Cauliflower Rice. ...
  • Couscous. ...
  • Farro.

Is Jasmine Rice fat free? ›

White jasmine rice, the most common type of jasmine rice, contains the following nutrition per 100 gram (g) serving: Calories: 129. Fat: 0.46 g.

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