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

Johnny Booi
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This dish is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Shahin Nazat
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my dish turned out really dry.


HR dogar
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shahzadkhan Sajid
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I would make this dish again, but I would probably use less cheese.


Fokhrul islam Rony
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it.


Akhter Mahar
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I wasn't sure about this dish at first, but I'm glad I tried it. It's now one of my favorite pasta dishes.


Paul Mack
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I found the sauce to be a bit too salty. Other than that, the dish was great.


Jn Bb
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This dish is a bit heavy for me, but it's still very tasty.


Waseem Abdoolraheem
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I'm not a big fan of beef, but I loved this dish. The sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Rezwan Wisal
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover beef.


Tai Rasta Scopion
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I love that this dish can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Mr. Karp
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This dish is so comforting and satisfying. It's perfect for a cold night.


Rosemarie Pettignano
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the combination of beef, pasta, and cheese.


Abida Sadiq
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so cheesy and delicious.


Hamrah I
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I love how easy this dish is to make. I can throw it together in no time, and it always turns out great.


Kisan Shah
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The beef was tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very tasty.


Owen Paxton
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This Italian beef pasta bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck.


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