Penne Ground Beef Casserole Recipe
A hearty and delicious casserole that's perfect for family dinners.
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Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Dish
- Skillet
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 jar marinara sauce about 24 oz
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a large baking dish, combine the cooked penne pasta and the ground beef mixture. Mix well.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes:
You can add some red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
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