Two-cheese pasta bake

Health score
21%
Two-cheese pasta bake
60 min.
4
850kcal

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of our Two-Cheese Pasta Bake, a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of mature vegetarian cheddar and creamy stilton. Perfect for a cozy lunch or a satisfying main course, this recipe is designed to please both cheese lovers and those seeking a hearty meal. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious bake for family gatherings or a casual dinner with friends.

The combination of fusilli pasta, enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce, creates a delightful texture that is both creamy and satisfying. The addition of dry white wine adds a subtle depth of flavor, while a hint of Tabasco sauce provides a gentle kick that elevates the dish to new heights. Topped with fresh plum tomatoes and a sprinkle of parsley, this pasta bake not only tastes amazing but also looks inviting on the table.

Whether served as a side dish or as the star of your meal, this Two-Cheese Pasta Bake is sure to become a favorite in your household. Pair it with a crisp winter salad and some crusty bread for a complete dining experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to enjoy a comforting, cheesy delight that warms the heart and satisfies the soul!

Ingredients

  • 375 rotini pasta (pasta twists)
  • 200 ml wine dry white
  • 300 ml whipping cream 
  • drops all the tabasco sauce you handle 
  • 100 cheddar cheese grated
  • 100 coarsely stilton cheese crumbled
  • tsp sage dried
  • tsp thyme dried
  • large plum tomatoes sliced
  • tbsp parsley fresh chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas
  2. Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the pasta according to pack instructions until almost tender.
  3. Drain and rinse under cold water, drain again, then set aside.
  4. In a heavy-based pan combine the wine, cream and Tabasco sauce, then gently heat. Gradually add half the cheddar and half the stilton, whisking constantly.
  5. Whisk in the sage and thyme and a good sprinkling of black pepper. When the mixture is smooth remove from the heat.
  6. Place the pasta in a buttered 1.4 litre/2 pint ovenproof dish.
  7. Pour the cheese and cream mixture over and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 mins.
  9. Remove the foil and arrange the tomato slices on top.
  10. Bake, uncovered, for 10 mins until the tomatoes are softened, the pasta is tender and the sauce has all been absorbed into the pasta.
  11. Serve immediately with a crisp winter salad and crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories850kcal
Protein12.86%
Fat49.12%
Carbs38.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.25
Glycemic Load
29.31
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.602608805117%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.03mg
Catechin
0.39mg
Epicatechin
0.28mg
Hesperetin
0.2mg
Naringenin
0.61mg
Apigenin
4.09mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.37mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:849.62kcal
42.48%
Fat:44.52g
68.49%
Saturated Fat:27.13g
169.56%
Carbohydrates:77.53g
25.84%
Net Carbohydrates:73.53g
26.74%
Sugar:7.07g
7.85%
Cholesterol:129.01mg
43%
Sodium:503.73mg
21.9%
Alcohol:5.22g
100%
Alcohol %:1.98%
100%
Protein:26.23g
52.47%
Selenium:72.29µg
103.27%
Manganese:1.03mg
51.58%
Vitamin K:48.99µg
46.66%
Phosphorus:458.25mg
45.83%
Vitamin A:2251.69IU
45.03%
Calcium:401.19mg
40.12%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.16%
Zinc:3.3mg
22.02%
Magnesium:81.87mg
20.47%
Copper:0.34mg
17.17%
Potassium:563.27mg
16.09%
Fiber:4.01g
16.04%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.14%
Vitamin C:12.27mg
14.87%
Iron:2.32mg
12.88%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.18%
Folate:48.32µg
12.08%
Vitamin B3:2.39mg
11.94%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.51%
Vitamin D:1.48µg
9.88%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.63%
Vitamin E:1.44mg
9.58%