Baked Mostaccioli

Ingredients

Mostaccioli pasta

1 pound

Ground beef

1 pound

Onion

1, diced

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Tomato sauce

28 ounces

Dried oregano

1 teaspoon

Dried basil

1 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Mozzarella cheese

2 cups, shredded

Parmesan cheese

1 cup, grated

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large pot, cook the mostaccioli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Once browned, drain any excess fat.
4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir in the tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. In a large baking dish, combine the cooked mostaccioli pasta with the meat sauce. Toss well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the pasta.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. This dish can be garnished with fresh basil or parsley for added flavor and presentation.