A delicious and hearty baked pasta dish filled with colorful roasted vegetables, penne pasta, and melted cheese.
Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta. 2 bell peppers, sliced. 1 zucchini, sliced. 1 yellow squash, sliced. 1 red onion, sliced. 2 cups cherry tomatoes. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1/4 cup olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves.
Instructions: Preheat oven to 400F 200C. In a large bowl, toss together bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized. While the vegetables are roasting, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta and roasted vegetables. Add grated Parmesan cheese and toss to combine. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves before serving.