Description
Discover the perfect weeknight dinner with Smoked Beef Pasta Bake, a rich and creamy casserole that layers al dente pasta with smoky beef, tangy tomato‑grape juice sauce and melted mozzarella or cheddar. This easy recipe delivers comforting flavors in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy families. Follow our step‑by‑step guide for a golden, bubbly cheese topping that turns a simple pasta dish into a crowd‑pleasing favorite. Serve it with a fresh green salad for a light balanced meal tonight
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (any shape)
- 2 cups smoked beef
- chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 cup grape juice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook pasta until al dente, drain.
- In a skillet, combine smoked beef, diced tomatoes, grape juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; simmer 5 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta and mix.
- Transfer to baking dish, sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake 20‑25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Cool briefly before serving.
Notes
- You can add fresh spinach or roasted red peppers for extra nutrition and flavor. For a spicier version
- include a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Smoked Beef Pasta Bake, easy pasta bake, comfort food dinner, smoked beef recipes, quick weeknight meals, cheesy pasta casserole, family friendly dinner, oven baked pasta, simple pasta dish, hearty pasta bake