A delicious and hearty pasta bake featuring rotini pasta, cooked with a rich tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or a potluck gathering.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 400 g diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 450 g ground beef
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 225 g mozzarella cheese
- 1 onion
- 50 g parmesan cheese
- 450 g rotini pasta
- 1 tsp salt
- 680 g tomato sauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Step 4
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
Step 5
Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
Step 6
Combine the cooked pasta with the meat sauce and mix well.
Step 7
Transfer the pasta mixture to a large baking dish.
Step 8
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Let the pasta bake cool for a few minutes before serving.