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.

Thabo Bhengu
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Butt G
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and it's so versatile. I've added different vegetables and meats to it and it's always delicious.


Antonio
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


John Rdearie7
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Saadi Panther
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce is flavorful and the cheese is melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again!


Jeremiah Wells
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I made this recipe for my family last night and they loved it! The sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jerome Morgan
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Zk Yakubu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and it's so versatile. I've added different vegetables and meats to it and it's always delicious.


fernando roque
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mark Nicoletti
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Brivia Cvia
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This is a simple but delicious recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal. I used penne pasta and it turned out great. The sauce is flavorful and the cheese is melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again!


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