Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Smoked Beef Pasta Bake, a hearty casserole that layers tender smoked beef, al dente pasta, and a rich marinara sauce topped with melty mozzarella and Parmesan. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a golden, cheesy crust and a moist interior, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll have a satisfying dinner ready in under an hour, ideal for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 cups cooked smoked beef, shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook pasta until al dente, drain.
- In a bowl combine pasta, smoked beef, marinara, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to greased baking dish, top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake 25‑30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Let the bake rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven to set the layers. Serve hot with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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