Italian Pasta Bake Casserole Recipe
A hearty and delicious Italian pasta bake that's perfect for family dinners.
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Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 500 g Pasta penne or rigatoni
- 500 g Ground Beef
- 1 jar Marinara Sauce about 24 oz
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- to taste Salt and Pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta according to 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, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder to the beef. Stir to combine.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta and beef sauce mixture. Mix well.
- Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Add the remaining pasta mixture to the baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- 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 vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg
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