Creamy Spinach and Cheese Pasta Bake

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 jar (about 15 oz) Alfredo sauce
• 1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Asiago cheese
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 8 oz penne pasta, cooked according to package directions and drained

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 3-quart baking dish and set aside.

2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, drained spinach, diced bell pepper, and 1 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese.

3. Pour the white wine into the Alfredo sauce jar, close the lid tightly, and shake vigorously to mix. Pour this mixture over the pasta ingredients.

4. Add the chicken broth to the bowl and mix everything together until well blended.

5. Transfer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Top with the shredded Asiago cheese.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the pasta is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and lightly golden on top.

7. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

This Florentine Pasta Bake is perfect for a quick and comforting meal, combining creamy Alfredo sauce with spinach, bell peppers, and a blend of cheeses, all baked to perfection. It’s ideal for potlucks or as a hearty weeknight dinner that the whole family will enjoy!