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Cheesy Beef and Pasta Casserole

Cheesy Beef and Pasta Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly dish loaded with tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, rich tomato sauce, and plenty of melty cheese. It’s an easy, comforting dinner that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow macaroni)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess grease.
  • Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cooked pasta and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7g
Keyword Casserole, Cheesy Beef and Pasta Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Ground Beef
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