Description
A comforting baked casserole featuring savory ground beef, pasta, tomatoes, and cheese, perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup uncooked pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, uncooked pasta, beef broth, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or basil before serving. This casserole can be prepared in advance and refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, beef, family meal, comfort food, easy recipe