Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Ground Beef Alfredo Bake, a satisfying casserole that brings comfort to your dining table. This dish combines tender penne pasta with seasoned ground beef, enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella and parmesan. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a family gathering, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress everyone. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for an even more nutritious meal. With its one-pan preparation, you can enjoy delicious flavors without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Perfectly filling and utterly delightful, Ground Beef Alfredo Bake is a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
- 16 ounces lean ground beef
- 15 ounces jar of Alfredo sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Boil salted water and cook penne pasta until al dente; drain.
- In an oven-safe skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat; drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and seasonings; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in Alfredo sauce and half the mozzarella; combine well.
- Mix in cooked pasta and spread evenly in the skillet.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan; bake uncovered for 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg