Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce Recipe

Name: Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pasta Loaf; 2 cups cooked shell pasta or 2 cups elbow macaroni (8 oz.); 1 cup soft breadcrumbs (crusts removed); 1 cup grated colby-monterey jack cheese or 1 cup mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup chopped pimiento; 3 eggs; 1 cup hot half-and-half cream; 1/4 cup melted butter; 3 tablespoons chopped onions; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; Sauce; 1/2 lb lean ground beef (I use ground round); 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup; 1 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet (browning sauce); salt; pepper; 1 dash nutmeg

Servings: persons

Pasta Loaf
2 cups cooked shell pasta or 2 cups elbow macaroni (8 oz.)
1 cup soft breadcrumbs (crusts removed)
1 cup grated colby-monterey jack cheese or 1 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup chopped pimiento
3 eggs
1 cup hot half-and-half cream
1/4 cup melted butter
3 tablespoons chopped onions
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Sauce
1/2 lb lean ground beef (I use ground round)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet (browning sauce)
salt
pepper
1 dash nutmeg

1
In large bowl, combine macaroni, bread crumbs, cheese and pimiento.
2
In separate bowl, beat eggs.
3
Add half-n-half, butter, onion, salt and pepper.
4
Beat until well combined.
5
Combine egg mixture with macaroni mixture, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
6
Turn into a greast 9 x 5 inch loaf pan, smoothing top.
7
Set pan in shallow pan with water.
8
Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until set.
9
Meanwhile, prepare meat sauce by sauteeing meat and onion in skillet until browned.
10
Drain off fat.
11
Add all remaining ingredients.
12
Stir until well blended and heat through.
13
Thin with more milk, if desired.
14
Remove macaroni loaf from pan onto serving platter.
15
Cut into slices.
16
Serve with meat sauce.

1225

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pasta Loaf, 2 cups cooked shell pasta or 2 cups elbow macaroni (8 oz.), 1 cup soft breadcrumbs (crusts removed), 1 cup grated colby-monterey jack cheese or 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and more.

Yes, Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce 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!

Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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