Veggie Pasta Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a saucepan, saute onions and carrots in olive oil until softened, about 10 minutes.
3. 3
   As vegetables are sauteing, prepare the pasta according to directions.
4. 4
   Add garlic to vegetable mixture and cook for another minute.
5. 5
   Pour in tomatoes and tomato sauce and heat through (about 5 minutes).
6. 6
   If you are trying to hide the vegetables, use an immersion blender to puree (or pour small batches into a blender and blend smooth).
7. 7
   Drain pasta.
8. 8
   Spray a casserole pan lightly with oil.
9. 9
   Combine pasta and vegetables and pour into casserole pan.
10. 10
    Mix 1 cup of mozzarella into mixture.
11. 11
    Top with additional mozzarella cheese.
12. 12
    Bake covered for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted.