Pasta Bake
A flavorful combination of seasoned ground beef, spaghetti sauce, and mozzarella cheese layered with pasta, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce
- 8 ounces mostaccioli or a similar pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped onion, chopped
- 1 28 ounce jar spaghetti sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 4 ounce can mushrooms, drained
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Cooking
- In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Stir in mostaccioli pasta and cook uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until browned and the onions are translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Combine the browned beef, spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese, and drained mushrooms in a large mixing bowl. Add the cooked pasta and mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- Let the pasta bake cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Slice into portions with a spatula and serve directly from the casserole dish.
Notes
Pairs well with garden salad, garlic bread, or crusty rolls. Consider adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley as a garnish.