Penne and Meat Bake

This ground meat and penne baked casserole was my go to for feeding a crowd during my running club pasta parties in college. They're really easy to make a day ahead, and simply just reheat in the pan on the day of your event. Feel free to mix in some chopped spinach as well, or serve with a side of roasted broccoli. See my famous Running Club Broccoli below: https://s.samsungfood.com/iycfn

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375F. Spray 9x13in pan with cooking spray

Step 2

Cook pasta, drain, and set aside. Cook about a minute less than directed, since the pasta will bake in the oven

Step 3

Heat olive oil over medium high heat in a Dutch oven. Add garlic, onion and salt, and cook until transparent.

Step 4

Add the meat and fully cook (meat should sound like its crackling instead of boiling).

Step 5

After the meat is done, add in the spices and pour in tomatoes. Let simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Combine beef, pasta, and cheese in the pot.

Step 7

Transfer to greased pan. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top

Step 8

Bake covered at 375F for 30 minutes. Uncover, and broil until the top is golden, probably about 2 minutes. Watch very closely. When baking, put the pan on a large cookie sheet to catch any drips if they occur

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