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Cheese and Meat Pasta Bake


  • Author: Sofia
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A hearty, comforting dish that combines ground beef in a tomato-based sauce with tender wide egg noodles, topped with melted cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound wide egg noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 jar marinara sauce (24 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil wide egg noodles until al dente (2 minutes less than package directions), drain, and set aside.
  2. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly.
  4. Combine cooked noodles with the meat sauce in a large bowl, then transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze unbaked for up to 3 months. Reheat to an internal temperature of 165°F.