Classic Baked Mostaccioli

Classic Baked Mostaccioli is a comforting pasta dish featuring rich tomato sauce, melted cheese, and tender pasta.

Ingredients

• 1 pound mostaccioli pasta
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the mostaccioli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
5. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 7 minutes.
6. Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.
7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sauce mixture, and ricotta cheese. Stir until well combined.
8. Transfer half of the pasta mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the top.
9. Add the remaining pasta mixture and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
10. Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
12. Let the baked mostaccioli rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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