Cheesy Beef & Tomato Casserole

This hearty casserole layers seasoned ground beef with rich tomato sauce, tender pasta, and plenty of melted cheese for the ultimate comfort food. It’s an easy family dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights and tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 2 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow macaroni)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess grease and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Spread the cooked beef evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
4. Pour the tomato sauce over the beef and spread evenly.
5. Add the cooked pasta and gently mix everything together.
6. Top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. For a golden top, broil for 2–3 minutes before serving.
9. Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Total Time

40 minutes

Servings

6 servings