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Tomato N' Cheese Pasta

Pasta and tomato sauce are topped with cheese and cooked in the oven. Double this recipe for a family of 4. Add a tossed salad for a hearty meal.

  • 2 Servings
  • Less than $3.00

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole grain pasta
  • 1/4 cup onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup part-skim mozzarella
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

Steps

1

Wash hands with soap and water.

2

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.

3

In a small saucepan, cook onion and garlic in oil until tender.

4

Stir in tomatoes, basil, oregano, sugar, and pepper.

5

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. Add pasta to sauce.

6

Transfer to a greased 1-quart baking dish.

7

Top with cheeses.

8

Bake, uncovered at 375 °F for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Ingredients

Serving Size:

NutrientsAmount
Total Calories306
Total Fat11 g
Saturated Fat3 g
Monounsaturated Fat6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
Linoleic Acid1 g
α-Linolenic Acid0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA0 mg
Cholesterol9 mg
Carbohydrates43 g
Dietary Fiber6 g
Total Sugars7 g
Added Sugars included1 g
Protein13 g
Minerals
Calcium237 mg
Potassium510 mg
Sodium152 mg
Copper368 mcg
Iron4 mg
Magnesium68 mg
Phosphorus245 mg
Selenium33 mcg
Zinc2 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A41 mcg RAE
Vitamin B60.4 mg
Vitamin B120.4 mg
Vitamin C22 mg
Vitamin D0 mcg
Vitamin E3 mg
Vitamin K19 mcg
Folate29 mcg DFE
Thiamin0.3 mg
Riboflavin0.2 mg
Niacin2 mg
Choline31 mg

Source:

  • Cooking For You or Two
  • University of Wyoming Extension
  • Cent$ible Nutrition Program