Roasted Bell Pepper Penne Bake with Melted Cheese

Indulge in this comforting cheesy pasta bake, blending roasted bell peppers with tender penne for a family favorite.

Ingredients

Serves 4

• 200 g cooked penne
• 100 g grated cheese
• 5 orange bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
• 1 red pepper, finely chopped
• 1 onion, roughly chopped
• 3 tsp paprika powder
• olive oil
• salt and pepper
• Extra needed: oven dish

Preparation Method

Preheat the oven to 200°C. In a bowl, toss the bell peppers with the onion, red pepper, paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil. Spread on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and roast for 20 minutes. Transfer the roasted vegetables to a food processor and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Grease an oven dish with olive oil. Combine the cooked penne with the bell pepper sauce in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Spread the mixture into the prepared dish and top with grated cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Recipe and image courtesy of Orange Paprika Association