Baked Penne Recipe

Name: Baked Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb penne pasta; 12 onion, chopped; 12 lb lean ground beef; 1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon italian seasoning; 6 ounces provolone cheese, sliced; ¾ cup sour cream; 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
2
Add penne pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain.
3
In a large skillet, brown onions and garlic over medium heat until onions are translucent.
4
Cook ground beef in onions and garlic about 5 minutes.
5
Add spaghetti sauce and Italian seasoning and simmer 15 minutes.
6
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7
Butter a 9x9 inch baking dish.
8
Layer as follows: 1/2 of the penne, Provolone cheese, sour cream, 1/2 sauce mixture, remaining penne, mozzarella cheese and remaining sauce mixture.
9
Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
10
Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheeses are melted.

9071

kcal

Calories

331

Fat

1047

Carbs

439

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb penne pasta, 12 onion, chopped, 12 lb lean ground beef, 1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, and more.

Yes, Baked Penne falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Penne

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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