Hearty Cheese and Broccoli Pasta Bake
Ingredients
- 1½ lb plant-based ground beef
- 8 oz ziti pasta
- 1 (12-oz) pkg broccoli florets
- 1 (24-oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 (14.5-oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sliced fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook plant-based beef in a large skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat until browned and crumbly; transfer to a 5- to 7-quart slow cooker.
- Stir in pasta, broccoli, marinara sauce, tomatoes, broth, water, garlic, and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese.
- Cover and cook on LOW 5 hours or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with basil.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | |
| Calories |
487
|
487
|
| Fat (g) | 19 | 19 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 7 | 7 |
| Protein (g) | 36 | 36 |
| Carb (g) | 44 | 44 |
| Fiber (g) | 6 | 6 |
| Sodium (mg) | 856 | 856 |
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