ZENB Rotini Carbonara Casserole

SERVES 6

PREP TIME 5 minutes

COOK TIME 45 minutes

TOTAL TIME 50 minutes

Nutrition Facts

NUTRITION FACTS

Serving Size: 318g
Servings: 6

Calories: 430

Amount per Serving*% Daily Value
Total Fat16g21%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium590mg26%
Carbohydrates51g19%
Dietary Fiber8g29%
Total Sugar8g
Protein23g
Vitamin A 10%
Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 272mg 20%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 267mg 6%
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.

FEATURED IN RECIPE


This delicious baked Carbonara Casserole recipe using ZENB Rotini pasta delivers a warm, delicious dish for the entire family. Made with bacon, parmesan cheese, and garnishes, this dish will be a new go-to when you need want to enjoy your ZENB Pasta.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 box (12 ounces) ZENB Rotini Pasta made from 100% Yellow Peas, uncooked
  • 6 slices bacon,finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups 2% milk
  • 1/2 cup, plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt & ground black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook ZENB Pasta as directed on package. Drain.

2.

Meanwhile, heat bacon in large deep skillet on medium heat. Cook 5-6 minutes until crisp. Remove bacon from pan with slotted spoon; drain on paper towel-lined plate.

3.

Discard all but 3 tablespoons bacon drippings from skillet. Add garlic and flour. Cook 1 minute on medium heat while stirring constantly. Whisk milk into pan; bring mixture to a low boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove pan from heat; stir in ½ cup Parmesan, salt & pepper, peas, and pasta. Mix until well combined.

4.

Spoon mixture into 13x9-inch baking dish lightly sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before garnishing top with reserved bacon and parsley.

Tasty Tips

Add 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken meat to the pasta mixture for a heartier dish.

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