Ingredients
Meat & Sauces
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
Vegetables & Seasonings
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Pasta & Cheese
- 1 package (16 oz) penne pasta, cooked
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables soften.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked penne pasta with the meat sauce in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the pasta.
- Add the remaining pasta mixture and top it with the rest of the cheeses.
- Finally, sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
Notes
This casserole can be customized by adding olives or pepperoni for extra flavor. You can also replace the ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
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