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Three Cheese Macaroni Casserole

This recipe gives macaroni and cheese casserole a much needed makeover. It retains its creamy and cheesy appeal, with healthy upgrades that make this dish nourishing for the whole family.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword macaroni casserole
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 10 servings, about 1½ cups each
Calories 356 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb dry whole-grain macaroni (or penne pasta)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • cups part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • Sea salt (or Himalayan salt) and ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375° F.
  2. Cook macaroni to al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add onion, bell peppers, and broccoli; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 6 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
  5. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Set aside.
  6. Combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl; mix well.
  7. Add macaroni, onion mixture, and basil; mix well.
  8. Season with salt and pepper if desired; mix well.
  9. Place macaroni mixture in a 13 x 9-inch ceramic (or glass baking dish) that has been coated with spray. Bake for 25 to 28 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling.

Recipe Notes

The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.