Description
Savor the nostalgia of this easy casserole, featuring savory ground beef, melted cheese, and tender pasta—a perfect dish for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups short pasta (like penne or elbow macaroni)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or a blend of mozzarella and cheddar)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, sauté onions over medium heat until translucent. Add garlic and cook for one minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and cooked pasta. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg