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Cheesy Veggie Pasta Bake

November 11, 2016 By: Samantha Johnson Comments

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Tagged: Dinner Summer Dinner Back to School Pasta Dinners Stovetop Kid Friendly Back to School Pasta Dish Kid Friendly Penne Cheese Pasta Vegetarian Dinners Baked Casseroles Casseroles & Pot Pies Summer Dinner Baked

Prep:: 20 minutes
Cook:: 45 minutes
Serves:: 8

This kid-friendly casserole combines creamy cheesiness with pasta and veggies is sure to please even the pickiest eater.

Ingredients

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1 16-ounce box of Penne pasta
1 16-ounce package of frozen mixed vegetables
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon basil
8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
8 ounces of mozzarella cheese, grated
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Cook and drain the pasta according to package instructions.
Cook and drain the vegetables according to package instructions.
In a large casserole dish, mix together the cooked pasta and cooked vegetables.
In a saucepan over medium heat, place the half-and-half, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, basil, and cheddar cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted.
Pour over the pasta/veggie mixture and stir combine. Add the Parmesan and stir.
Place in a 375-degree oven for approximately 15 minutes, then add the mozzarella and bake for another 5 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!