Best Baked Penne Recipe

Name: Best Baked Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Cooked Penne Pasta; 1 pound Lean Ground Beef; 1 cup Chopped Onion; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 cans (14 Oz. Size) Italian Stewed Tomatoes; 1 can Tomato Paste (8 Ounce Can); 1 cup Water; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1 cup Grated Mozzarella Cheese

Servings: persons

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Bring water to a boil and cook the pasta as directed on the box.
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Use enough raw pasta to make about 3 cups of cooked pasta.
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Drain and set aside.
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Brown beef with onion and garlic.
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Drain off fat.
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In a food processor or blender, puree canned tomatoes, paste and water.
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Pour tomato mixture into ground beef mixture.
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Add seasonings.
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Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 25 minutes.
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Stir in cooked pasta.
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Spoon into a 9x13 baking dish and bake, covered, for 25 minutes at 375 degrees.
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Remove from oven, top with cheese, and bake an additional 5 minutes.

1115

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups Cooked Penne Pasta, 1 pound Lean Ground Beef, 1 cup Chopped Onion, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Best 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!

Best Baked Penne

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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