Cheesy Pesto Pasta Bake


Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 60 minutes

Servings: 8

Our Cheesy Pesto Pasta Bake is a meatless recipe that the whole family will love. This simple pasta recipe is dressed up with pesto sauce, Alfredo sauce, California blend vegetables, and plenty of cheese.

Directions

Step 1

Combine olive oil and breadcrumbs in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until breadcrumbs are light golden brown, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook pasta according to package directions. Return cooked pasta to pot.

Step 3

Add alfredo sauce, pesto, frozen vegetables, 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese to pasta. Stir to combine and transfer mixture to prepared baking dish.Top with remaining cheese and toasted breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling. Garnish with fresh basil.