Pasta with Meat Sauce and Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Pasta with Meat Sauce and Cheese recipe! Perfectly cooked al dente pasta is generously coated in a rich, savory meat sauce made with ground beef, aromatic onions, garlic, and a blend of Italian herbs. The dish is crowned with layers of melted Parmesan and Mozzarella cheese that turn golden and bubbly for a crave-worthy finish. This hearty, oven-baked delight is easy to prepare and makes a satisfying dinner for the whole family, delivering restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Optimize your mealtime with this cheesy, comforting pasta bake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta
- 500 grams ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 200 grams Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until the meat is browned and no pink remains, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Add the cooked pasta to the meat sauce and mix well to coat all the pasta with the sauce.
Transfer the pasta and sauce mixture into a large baking dish. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top, followed by the shredded Mozzarella cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve hot and enjoy your Pasta with Meat Sauce and Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1707 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 51.0 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 727 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 905 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
