Description
Discover the perfect comfort food with this Comforting Ground Beef Pasta Bake, a quick and easy casserole that layers al dente pasta, seasoned ground beef, crisp turkey bacon, and a rich blend of melted cheese. In just 30 minutes you’ll have a golden‑bubbly dish that feeds the whole family, delivering hearty flavor and satisfying texture. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe offers leftovers that reheat beautifully, making it a reliable go‑to for cozy meals. Serve with salad and soft bread for
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces pasta (any shape)
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. Cook pasta until al dente; drain.
- 3. Brown ground beef in olive oil; drain fat.
- 4. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt; simmer 5 minutes.
- 5. Stir in cooked turkey bacon.
- 6. Combine pasta with sauce and bacon mixture.
- 7. Transfer to baking dish; top with shredded cheese.
- 8. Bake 20‑25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 9. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add crushed red pepper flakes. Use a blend of mozzarella and cheddar for extra melt. Leftovers reheat well in microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Comforting Ground Beef Pasta Bake, easy pasta bake, ground beef dinner, family pasta recipe, quick comfort food, weeknight casserole, comforting casserole, budget-friendly dinner, cheesy pasta bake