Rotini Casserole
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Rotini Casserole! Bursting with layers of tender rotini pasta, savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a rich marinara sauce, this dish is a crowd-pleaser perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Creamy dollops of ricotta, melted mozzarella, and a sprinkle of Parmesan create a luscious, cheesy indulgence in every bite. Enhanced with fragrant Italian seasoning and garnished with fresh parsley, this baked casserole combines effortless preparation with bold, Italian-inspired flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep and a golden, bubbly finish in the oven, this Rotini Casserole is a family-friendly favorite you’ll crave again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and fragrant.
Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until well blended.
Pour half of the cooked pasta into the greased baking dish. Top with half of the meat sauce mixture and spread evenly. Drop dollops of half the ricotta cheese mixture over the sauce.
Repeat the layers by adding the remaining pasta, meat sauce, and ricotta mixture. Spread evenly to ensure each layer is covered.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.8 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.2 g | 431% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 4797 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.8 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 227.3 g | 455% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3349 mg | 258% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 2410 mg | 51% | |
*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.
