Zucchini Pasta Bake

Ingredients

• 3 cups of uncooked pasta
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions.
3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and zucchini and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in oregano, salt, and pepper. Drain pasta and add to skillet with zucchini. Stir to combine.
5. Pour pasta mixture into prepared baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Interesting Facts

• Zucchini is an excellent source of vitamins A and C as well as potassium.
• This dish is a great way to use up extra zucchini.
• This pasta bake can be served as a side dish or a main course.