Super Easy Beef and Pasta Bake
Get dinner on the table in no time with this Super Easy Beef and Pasta Bake—a comforting, crowd-pleasing recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Featuring tender pasta coated in a rich marinara and creamy beef sauce, this dish is topped with a luscious layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for the ultimate cheesy goodness. Ready in just 50 minutes from start to finish, this one-dish wonder combines savory ground beef, fragrant garlic, and Italian seasoning for a hearty, satisfying meal. Perfectly customizable with your favorite pasta shapes or add-ons like fresh herbs, this bake is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it hot straight from the oven, and enjoy a warm, cheesy dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 12 oz Pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 24 oz Marinara sauce
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 tsp Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 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).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the marinara sauce, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce.
Transfer the pasta and sauce mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Optional: Turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes to lightly brown the top.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.8 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.4 g | 462% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 622 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 4920 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 150.4 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2137 mg | 164% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1275 mg | 27% | |
*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.
