Sean's-Leek & Beef mozzarella Rigate Casserole

Name: Sean's-Leek & Beef mozzarella Rigate Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb Ground; 2 Diced Leek Leafs (white portion ONLY); 2 tbsp (light) Margarine; 1/2 tbsp Fresh Ground Pepper; 1/4 tbsp Garlic Powder; 13 1/4 oz Whole Wheat Penne Rigate; 1/2 tbsp Salt; 4 quart Water; 3 slice Whole Wheat Bread; 3 dash Oregano; 2 dash Garlic Powder; 2 dash Fresh Ground Pepper; 1 Food Processor or Coffee Grinder; 2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese; 4 oz Cream Cheese; 1 cup 2% Milk; 1/4 cup Canola Oil; 1/4 cup Canola Oil; 1/2 cup (Light) Margarine; 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 1/2 tsp Paprika; 2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese; 4 dash Garlic Powder; 4 dash Oregano

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb Ground
2 Diced Leek Leafs (white portion ONLY)
2 tbsp (light) Margarine
1/2 tbsp Fresh Ground Pepper
1/4 tbsp Garlic Powder
13 1/4 oz Whole Wheat Penne Rigate
1/2 tbsp Salt
4 quart Water
3 slice Whole Wheat Bread
3 dash Oregano
2 dash Garlic Powder
2 dash Fresh Ground Pepper
1 Food Processor or Coffee Grinder
2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
4 oz Cream Cheese
1 cup 2% Milk
1/4 cup Canola Oil
1/4 cup Canola Oil
1/2 cup (Light) Margarine
3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
1/2 tsp Paprika
2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
4 dash Garlic Powder
4 dash Oregano

1
Cook ground beef in wok or similar sized pot.
2
Mix in diced leek & margarine cook ground beef until done then cover & set aside.
3
Set oven to 375F
4
Prepare penne rigate until almost al' dente' rinse, set aside.
5
Place all cheese mixture ingredients together in a medium sized sauce pan.
6
Set stove top to medium-high stir mixture with fork slowly until well mixed.
7
Remove from heat.
8
Add cheese mixture to penne rigate into wok or similar sized pan until pasta is well coated.
9
Take pasta/cheese mixture & combine it with ground beef/leek mixture until well mixed.
10
Spread half of mixture into casserole dish take 1 cup of shredded mozzarella & sprinkle on top of past/beef mix then spread half of bread topping over top of shredded cheese.
11
Next,spread the remaining beef/pasta mixture on top of last layer then add another layer of cheese and bread topping ending with a light layer of cheese sprinkled with oregano & garlic powder on top.
12
Place in oven for 20 minutes bake until golden on top.

1463

kcal

Calories

Fat

191

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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.

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

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb Ground, 2 Diced Leek Leafs (white portion ONLY), 2 tbsp (light) Margarine, 1/2 tbsp Fresh Ground Pepper, and more.

Yes, Sean's-Leek & Beef mozzarella Rigate Casserole 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!