Ingredients
1 cup pasta
small whole grain (shell
penne
or ziti)
1/4 cup onion
chopped
2 garlic cloves
minced
1 tablespoon olive oil (or canola oil)
1 can diced tomatoes
unsalted (14.5 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup mozzarella
part-skim shredded
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
Steps
Wash hands with soap and water.
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
In a small saucepan, cook onion and garlic in oil until tender.
Stir in tomatoes, basil, oregano, sugar, and pepper.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. Add pasta to sauce.
Transfer to a greased 1-quart baking dish. Top with cheeses.
Bake, uncovered at 375°F for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 306 |
| Total Fat | 11 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g |
| Cholesterol | 9 mg |
| Sodium | 152 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 43 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6 g |
| Total Sugars | 7 g |
| Added Sugars included | 1 g |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Calcium | 237 mg |
| Iron | 4 mg |
| Potassium | 510 mg |
U.S. Department of Agriculture. MyPlate Kitchen Website. Tomato N’ Cheese Pasta. Recipe source: Cooking For Your or Two University of Wyoming Extension Cent$ible Nutrition Program. Available at MyPlate.gov/MyPlateKitchen. Access date: 09-05-2024.