Pasta Bake
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring pasta, savory meat, and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 300 g pasta fusilli or penne
- 400 g ground beef or turkey
- 500 g marinara sauce
- 200 g mozzarella cheese shredded
- 100 g parmesan cheese grated
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the meat sauce in a large bowl.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g