Description
A wholesome and delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights, featuring ground beef, pasta, and a blend of cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., elbow macaroni or penne)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, corn, bell peppers)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, mixed vegetables, cooked beef, marinara sauce, and half of the cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a low-carb option, replace the pasta with cauliflower. This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg