YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Ground Beef and Protein Pasta Bake
Enjoy a warm, comforting bowl of protein-packed pasta bake featuring savory lean ground beef, whole wheat pasta, a rich tomato sauce infused with a hint of herbs, and a boost of extra protein from low-fat cottage cheese, complemented by fresh mushrooms and spinach for added texture and flavor.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Lean Ground Beef (80% lean)
2 oz Whole Wheat Pasta (dry)
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
1/4 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
1/2 cup Sliced Mushrooms
1/2 cup Fresh Spinach
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the tomato sauce, allowing it to heat through.
Mix in the cooked pasta and fresh spinach, letting the spinach wilt slightly from the heat of the mixture.
Transfer the mixture to a small ovenproof baking dish. Dollop the low-fat cottage cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the dish is heated through and the flavors meld together.
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.