Description
A classic casserole recipe featuring layers of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the meat mixture with cooked pasta in a large bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavor.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Consider layering breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casseroles, main dish, baked pasta