How to Make Easy Pasta Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a simple but satisfying dish to feed your family or a crowd? Look no further than this Easy Pasta Casserole recipe. With just a few ingredients and minimal cooking skills required, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you need something delicious and filling on the table in a hurry.

This casserole is a comforting, hearty meal that incorporates all the elements of a classic pasta dish but takes it up a notch with the addition of a cheesy, crispy topping. It's a ver...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound pasta
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 ¼ cups Italian-style stewed tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 to 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet, brown the beef until no longer pink; drain off grease. Add spaghetti sauce, mushrooms, and tomatoes to beef and simmer for 10 minutes or until warmed through.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish, pour in beef and tomato mixture and add pasta; mix well. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese starts to bubble; serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    752 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 156mg
    • Sodium: 1095mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 80g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 195mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1125mg