protein pasta
Tired of the same old boring pasta? Want something tasty and good for you? Try this protein pasta dish. It’s got lots of protein, healthy spinach, and yummy sundried tomatoes. It’s a filling and healthy meal you’ll love.By incorporating protein-rich foods like this high-protein baked pasta into your diet, you can enjoy these numerous health benefits and support your overall well-being.
Ingredients
- 1 pound protein pasta e.g., chickpea pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 jar 28 ounces marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cook pasta: Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Make the meat sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, parsley, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
- Assemble the pasta: Layer half of the cooked pasta in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the meat sauce and half of the cheese mixture. Repeat with remaining pasta, meat sauce, and cheese mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.