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Cheesy Veggie Pasta Cups

Easy Cheesy Veggie Pasta Cups

Delightful Cheesy Veggie Pasta Cups packed with colorful veggies and creamy cheese.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Cups
  • 8 oz medium pasta shells Use medium-sized shells to hold the filling perfectly.
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables Colorful veggies like bell peppers, spinach, and zucchini.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the veggies.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • to taste salt For seasoning.
  • to taste pepper For seasoning.
For the Cheese Filling
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese Creamy, mild base.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella For a gooey layer.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese For topping.
  • 1 egg Binds the filling.
Optional Add-ons
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil For garnish.
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes For heat.
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs For extra crunch.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Cheesy Veggie Pasta Cups
  1. Cook shells in salted boiling water for 8–10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cool water.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then toss in mixed vegetables and sauté until tender-crisp (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a bowl, whisk ricotta, egg, half the mozzarella, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold sautéed vegetables into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
  5. Grease a mini muffin tin, then spoon filling into each shell standing upright, filling generously.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F, bake cups for 12–15 minutes. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top halfway through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These pasta cups are perfect for busy nights and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

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