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Penne Casserole Recipe

A hearty and delicious penne casserole perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Large pot

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups penne pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the marinara sauce to the ground beef and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  • In a large baking dish, combine the cooked penne pasta and the beef sauce mixture. Mix well.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to add some vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Pasta
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