Slow Cooker
Hearty Cheesy and Broccoli Pasta Bake
Italian Salad
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 sharp Cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sliced fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook plant-based beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly; drain and 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.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp pepper
- 1 (10-oz) pkg chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
Side Dish Instructions
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber; toss.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
566
|
60
|
626
|
| Fat (g) | 27 | 5 | 32 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 9 | 1 | 10 |
| Protein (g) | 34 | 1 | 35 |
| Carb (g) | 48 | 4 | 52 |
| Fiber (g) | 9 | 1 | 10 |
| Sodium (mg) | 1121 | 101 | 1222 |
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