Description
Cheesy Rotini Beef Bake is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender rotini pasta, savory ground beef, and an indulgent blend of gooey cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. This hearty bake is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, offering rich flavors and satisfying textures in every bite. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can easily whip up this delicious dish on busy weeknights. Serve it warm and let your loved ones enjoy the cheesy goodness that wraps them in comfort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil water in a large pot.
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, draining excess fat if necessary.
- Stir marinara sauce into the beef mixture along with cooked pasta. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half the pasta mixture and top with half of each cheese. Add remaining pasta mixture and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg