Baked Penne With Broccoli and Three Cheeses

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups penne pasta
• 3 cups broccoli florets, 1-inch pieces
• 2 cups purchased marinara sauce
• 1 cup coarsely grated lowfat mozzarella cheese, packed
• 1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Stir oil and garlic in small skillet over medium heat 1 minute; set aside.

2. 2

   Cook penne in large pot of boiling salted water until almost tender, about 11 minutes.

3. 3

   Add broccoli; cook 1 minute. Drain.

4. 4

   Mix marinara, 1/2 cup mozzarella, ricotta, basil, 1 tablespoon Parmesan, and sautéed garlic in large bowl.

5. 5

   Add pasta and broccoli; toss.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Transfer to 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish.

8. 8

   Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan over.

9. 9

   Preheat oven to 400°F

10. 10

    Bake pasta uncovered until cheese melts, about 20 minutes.

11. 11

    Let stand 5 minutes.