Caprese Pasta Bake
August 14, 2026
URL: https://www.conagrabrands.ca/en/brands/aylmer/recipes/caprese-pasta-bake
- Prep Time Minutes: 5
- Total Time Minutes: 35
- Number of Ingredients: 8
- Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 can (796 mL) AYLMER® DICED TOMATOES WITH ITALIAN SPICE
- 3 tbsp (45 mL) olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp (5 mL) red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each salt and pepper
- 6 cups (1.5 L) cooked pasta (such as elbow, bow-ties or penne)
- 1 tub (500 g) bocconcini cheese
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh basil
Directions
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Step one
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat olive oil in large skillet set over medium-high heat; cook garlic and chili flakes for about 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
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Step two
Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper; bring to simmer. Cook for 5 minutes; toss with cooked pasta and bocconcini. Scrape into greased 11- x 7-inch (2 L) casserole dish.
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Step three
Bake for about 20 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with basil.