Description
This baked mostaccioli recipe is a simple and satisfying dish perfect for family meals, parties, or special occasions. It’s easy to prepare and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mostaccioli pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook mostaccioli pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess grease. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in marinara sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and parsley. Mix well.
- In a large baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce. Add half of the cooked pasta, then spread the ricotta cheese mixture evenly over the pasta. Top with the remaining pasta and meat sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the ground beef and add more vegetables to the sauce.
- You can use other types of pasta, such as penne or ziti.
- Add a layer of sliced vegetables, such as zucchini or bell peppers, for added flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg