Best 7 Beef And Pasta Bake The Best Recipes

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Are you looking for a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the richness of beef with the comfort of pasta? Look no further than beef and pasta bake, a classic recipe that is sure to satisfy your cravings. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this dish is a perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Whether you prefer a creamy sauce or a rich tomato-based sauce, there are endless variations to suit every taste. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones savoring every bite of this delightful beef and pasta bake.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF AND PASTA BAKE - THE BEST!



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I have tried so many pasta bakes but this one from the Australian Women's Weekly is still the best IMHO! Easy and very delicious, reheats great and everyone loves it - what more could you want! I've tried to translate the recipe into American as much as possible; hope you enjoy it as much as my family does.

Provided by currybunny

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 slices bacon, fat removed and finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
500 g minced beef (1 pound)
440 g condensed tomato soup (14oz)
1/3 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon tomato sauce (ketchup)
1 teaspoon oregano
150 g spiral shaped pasta (uncooked)
1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180 (350F).
  • Heat oil in large pan; cook onion, garlic, bacon and carrot, stirring, til carrot is just tender - about 8 minutes *.
  • Add mince and cook, stirring, til mince changes colour; then add undiluted soup, tomato paste, sauce and oregano and simmer, covered, about 15 mins or til mixture has thickened slightly.
  • While beef mixture is simmering, cook pasta and drain. Stir pasta into beef mixture, then spoon into an oiled deep 8 cup capacity ovenproof dish and sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 15 mins or until browned slightly.
  • *If you want to, you can add a stick of chopped celery along with the onion etc or add some mushrooms just before the mince.

FOUR-PASTA BEEF BAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups uncooked pasta (4 different shapes)
2 pounds ground beef
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
Four 26-ounce jars meatless spaghetti sauce
2 eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, green peppers, onions, and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Drain pasta and place in a large bowl; stir in the beef mixture, 2 jars of spaghetti sauce and eggs. Transfer to 2 greased 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dishes. Top with remaining sauce; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.

ITALIAN BEEF PASTA BAKE



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This recipe is out of a Super Food Ideas magazine, which they sell at the supermarket here in Oz. I have modified the recipe to suit my family and it is quick and easy but tastes great.

Provided by Newiegirl

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

500 g 95% lean ground beef
2 -3 cups macaroni noodles, cooked (originally 1 cup)
1 medium onion, diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
425 g diced tomatoes with juice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons sweet paprika (I use a bit more than this, I just add more till it tastes right)
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper
1/2 cup tasty low-fat cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to directions. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius
  • Spray a frypan lightly with cooking oil spray and cook the onion and garlic until soft. Add mince beef and cook until well browned.
  • Add the can of tomatoes, tomato paste, brown sugar, paprika, herbs, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add cooked macaroni to sauce and stir through. You can adjust the amount of pasta according to how you like it.
  • Pour into greased casserole dish and top with grated cheese and bake in the oven for about 15 mins until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.2, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 80.5, Sodium 467.8, Carbohydrate 53.8, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 9.4, Protein 38.7

FOUR-PASTA BEEF BAKE



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This hearty casserole looks and tastes a lot like lasagna, but it's quicker to prepare since you don't have to layer it. It disappears fast when I share it at a gathering. Served with rolls and a salad, it makes an easy and satisfying supper. -Harriet Stichter, Milford, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 casseroles (8-10 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups uncooked pasta (four assorted pasta shapes of your choice)
2 pounds ground beef
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
4 jars (26 ounces each) meatless spaghetti sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, peppers, onions and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Drain pasta and place in a large bowl; stir in the beef mixture, two jars of spaghetti sauce and eggs. , Transfer to two greased 3-qt. baking dishes. Top with remaining sauce; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

ITALIAN PASTA BAKE



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I love to make this pasta bake whenever I need to bring a dish to pass. Fresh tomatoes add a nice touch that's missing from most other meat, pasta and tomato casseroles.-Karla Johnson, East Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
3 plum tomatoes, sliced
3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, mushrooms and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Add to beef mixture and gently stir in sliced plum tomatoes. , Transfer to an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 702mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

ITALIAN PASTA AND BEEF BAKE



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Have dinner on the table in less than an hour. With mostaccioli, mushrooms and mozzarella, it's marvelous!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 oz. (1 1/2 cups) uncooked mostaccioli or penne (tube-shaped pasta)
1/2 lb. lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 (15-oz.) can Italian-style tomato sauce
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
1 (4.5-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
2 oz. (1/2 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Cook mostaccioli as directed on package. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain. Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat; pour into sprayed baking dish.
  • Add cooked mostaccioli; stir gently to mix. Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; place sprayed side down on baking dish and seal tightly.
  • Bake at 350°F. for 15 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 3/4 Cups, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 8 g

BEEF AND NOODLE BAKE



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Easy and yummy dish that kids cannot get enough of.

Provided by Elizabeth Nell

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound ground beef
2 cups elbow macaroni
4 cups spaghetti sauce
12 ounces processed cheese food (eg. Velveeta), sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat; set aside. Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain and set aside.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the macaroni, ground beef, tomato sauce and cheese, repeating two times.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 30 minutes, or until top layer of cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640 calories, Carbohydrate 66.8 g, Cholesterol 87.4 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 37.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1940.7 mg, Sugar 24.5 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, brown the beef before adding it to the casserole dish.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your bake, such as carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
  • Add some herbs and spices to your bake for extra flavor, such as garlic, basil, oregano, and thyme.
  • Use a good quality pasta sauce for your bake. You can either make your own or use a store-bought sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Top your bake with a layer of cheese before baking it. This will help to brown the cheese and give the bake a crispy crust.
  • Let your bake cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help the casserole to set.

Conclusion:

Beef and pasta bake is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a family dinner or a potluck. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give beef and pasta bake a try.

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