Pasta Bake

Name: Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces mostaccioli pasta; 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 onion, chopped; 1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms, drained; 1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Rating: 4.45 stars

378 Ratings
283 Reviews
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This is my family's favorite dish. Hopefully you already have most of these basic ingredients at home, so you can make it tonight!

By jojolyn

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

40 mins

total:

55 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

8 ounces mostaccioli pasta
1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms, drained
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted boil water to a boil. Cook mostaccioli pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well.

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Step 2

Meanwhile, cook ground beef and chopped onions in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the mushrooms, spaghetti sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, pasta, and browned ground beef and onion mixture. Transfer to a greased, 9x13 inch casserole dish.
Step 4

Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until very hot.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

387 calories; protein 22.9g 46% DV; carbohydrates 36.5g 12% DV; fat 16.5g 25% DV; cholesterol 61.3mg 20% DV; sodium 673.8mg 27% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (283)

Most helpful positive review

okimadoki

08/15/2007

Made a few modifications. Was pretty good. Added some italian seasoning and used only cup of mozzarella and added some parmesan. Next time I will use fresh mushrooms the canned ones just didn't do it for me. Will def make again Read More

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(162)

Most helpful critical review

Lorena Martinez Timas

08/03/2010

I just simply didn't like it; it didn't appeal to my taste buds whatsoever:( Read More

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(9)

378 Ratings

5 star values: 212
4 star values: 133
3 star values: 26
2 star values: 4
1 star values: 3

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okimadoki

08/14/2007

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(162)

newmommy

03/23/2006

This is a great quick dinner. I used ground turkey low fat cheese and whole wheat pasta. I added a few garlic cloves in with the onion and added plenty of basil oregano and a little black pepper. I will definately make this again. Read More

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Sweet Loraine

02/25/2008

My family loves this recipe!!! It's quick easy and kid-friendly... all 4 of my kids will usually take seconds (even my 2-yr old will sit down and eat all her dinner without fussing). I sprinkle the cheese over the top instead of mixing it into the pasta though... I think it makes it look a little more appetizing. Read More

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blbochenek

02/09/2009

Well what can I say? I made the recipe to the letter - ok I added two cloves of garlic - and when I tasted it I thought it was somewhat bland - but my husband raved! and then he raved some more. Then he raved again just in case I didn't get it before. He liked the flavor (I used chopped tomato and olive oil spaghetti sauce.) He liked it wasn't too cheesy. He liked it a whole bunch and he likes my cooking but I've never heard him go on like this. So it gets five stars from me. Read More

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(53)

GUYCHEF

04/06/2004

Simple, easy and tasty. I divide up and vacumn seal the left overs for individual "quick" meals. When it's time to use, I just cut a small slit in the bag and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Let stand for 5 more. Great for those nights when other plans fell through. Read More

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PATRISH1980

09/19/2005

Big hit w/ my friends. A little dry around the edges. Make sure to stir to prevent this about 10 minutes prior to end. Read More

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(48)

CariMel

03/21/2007

I love this recipe. I don't add the mushrooms but I do add a packet of italian salad dressing mix and some extra cheese on top. My picky husband loves it and it tastes great left over. Read More

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CASSANDRAHEARN

05/24/2010

This is so simple to make. I was originally confused by what kind of pasta mostaccioli is--turns out it's penne, but when I was at the grocery nobody knew what that was so I ended up with campanelle (which was the frilly-est one available). I liked the extra twirl over penne. I added one packet of Good Seasonings Zesty Italian when cooking the meat, and used 4oz of fresh mushrooms instead of canned. I put 1/2 the cheese on top. I also used a Corningware deep white circular dish and kept the glass lid on until the last 10 min of cooking. This kept the edges moist and let the cheese brown at the end. Read More

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Anonymous

04/15/2003

So easy to make! I substitute "fake" ground beef and it works perfectly. Read More

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Lorena Martinez Timas

08/03/2010

I just simply didn't like it; it didn't appeal to my taste buds whatsoever:( Read More

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(9)

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Nutritional Information

Pasta Bake

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 387.1

% Daily Value *

protein: 46 %

carbohydrates: 12 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 16 %

sugars:

fat: 25 %

saturated fat: 36 %

cholesterol: 20 %

vitamin a iu: 13 %

niacin equivalents: 96 %

vitamin b6: 23 %

vitamin c: 5 %

folate: 20 %

calcium: 18 %

iron: 15 %

magnesium: 19 %

potassium: 16 %

sodium: 27 %

thiamin: 10 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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okimadoki

08/14/2007

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newmommy

03/23/2006

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Sweet Loraine

02/25/2008

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blbochenek

02/09/2009

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GUYCHEF

04/06/2004

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PATRISH1980

09/19/2005

Big hit w/ my friends. A little dry around the edges. Make sure to stir to prevent this about 10 minutes prior to end.

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(48)

CariMel

03/21/2007

I love this recipe. I don't add the mushrooms but I do add a packet of italian salad dressing mix and some extra cheese on top. My picky husband loves it and it tastes great left over.

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(37)

CASSANDRAHEARN