Description

A comforting, all-in-one dinner featuring seasoned ground beef, tender pasta, melty cheese, and savory vegetables—easy to prepare and perfect for family meals.

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) ground beef

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup bell pepper, diced (mix of colors)

1 can (14 oz/400 g) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can (8 oz/225 g) tomato sauce

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt & pepper, to taste

8 oz (225 g) pasta (penne, rotini, or macaroni)

1 cup frozen peas or corn

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C).

Cook pasta according to package instructions until just al dente; drain and set aside.

In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.

Add diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.

Stir in diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato sauce, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

Add cooked pasta and frozen peas (or corn) to the sauce; stir until everything is well coated.

Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13″ baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly on top, then finish with a layer of grated Parmesan.

Bake for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Beef