Creamy Beefy Pasta Bake

Indulge in a deliciously satisfying casserole bursting with tender ground beef, flavorful noodles, and velvety Velveeta cheese. This easy-to-make dish is baked to perfection, creating a crispy golden crust that hides a creamy, cheesy center. With every bite, you'll savor the rich blend of savory beef, comforting pasta, and ooey-gooey cheese. It's the ultimate comfort food that will leave everyone craving more!
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups dry egg noodles
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- 3.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- 4.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
- 5.
Meanwhile, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- 6.
Add the cooked noodles to the ground beef mixture. Stir well to combine.
- 7.
Gently fold in the cubed Velveeta cheese until it melts and creates a creamy sauce.
- 8.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 9.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- 10.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- 11.
Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy the comforting Creamy Beefy Pasta Bake!