Bow Tie Casserole
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8
Description:
Looking for an easy, flavorful dish that you can prepare ahead of time and freeze for later? Look no further than this delightful Bow Tie Casserole! With its combination of bow tie pasta, creamy cheeses, savory spinach, and zesty scallions, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. Plus, it’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you need a satisfying meal without a lot of fuss. Simply assemble, bake, and enjoy!
Keywords:
Vegetable, European, Less than 60 Minutes, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces bow tie pasta
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 scallion, chopped
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 453.9
- Fat: 20.5g
- Saturated Fat: 10.9g
- Cholesterol: 88.1mg
- Sodium: 976.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 44.9g
- Fiber: 4.4g
- Sugar: 10.2g
- Protein: 23g
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare Pasta: Start by cooking the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions. Be sure to omit any salt, and undercook the pasta by 2 minutes to ensure it doesn’t become too soft during baking. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
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Preheat Oven: While the pasta is cooking, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup oven-proof casserole dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, low-fat cottage cheese, sour cream, thawed and drained chopped spinach, chopped scallion, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined, ensuring that the creamy mixture evenly coats the pasta.
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Assemble Casserole: Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole, covering it completely with a generous layer of cheese.
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Bake: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the cheese to melt. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the internal temperature of the casserole reaches 150°F (65°C).
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Slice into generous portions and serve hot, garnishing with additional chopped scallions or a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Freezing Instructions:
This Bow Tie Casserole is perfect for preparing ahead of time and freezing for later use. Simply assemble the casserole as directed, but instead of baking it immediately, cover it tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the freezer. When ready to enjoy, thaw the casserole in the refrigerator overnight, then bake according to the instructions, adding approximately 20 minutes to the baking time to ensure it heats through completely. It’s a convenient option for busy days when you need a delicious meal without the hassle of cooking from scratch!
So next time you’re in need of a comforting and satisfying dish that’s both convenient and delicious, give this Bow Tie Casserole a try. With its creamy texture, hearty ingredients, and easy preparation, it’s sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire. Enjoy!
