Beef & Zucchini Pomodoro Penne Bake
with Zucchini, Mozzarella & Herbed Ricotta
Beef & Zucchini Pomodoro Penne Bake
A cozy penne bake with savory beef, tender zucchini, and a bright pomodoro-style sauce, finished with melty mozzarella and creamy herbed ricotta.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes
- 10 ounce Ground Beef
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 unit Marinara Sauce
- ½ cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 unit Onion
- 6 ounce Penne Pasta
- 4 ounce Ricotta Cheese
- 1 unit Tomato
- 1 unit Zucchini
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Cooking Oil
- 2 teaspoon Olive Oil
- Pepper
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar

Italian
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DifficultyMedium
Prep Time10m
Total Time45m
Calories1150
Protein51g
Carbs97g
Fat61g
Tags:
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
⚠️Allergens:
🥛Milk🌾WheatSwaps and substitutions
For a vegetarian version, swap the beef for browned lentils or a meat-free mince that holds up well in a bake. For dairy-free needs, use plant-based ricotta and mozzarella alternatives, and for gluten-free diets choose gluten-free pasta.
What to serve with it
Serve it with a crisp green salad or garlicky broccoli to add freshness and balance the rich, cheesy bake. Warm crusty bread or a simple tomato-cucumber side also works well for soaking up the savory sauce.







