Cheesy Parmesan Cheddar Ground Beef Penne That’s Simply Irresistible
A delicious and comforting pasta dish featuring ground beef, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until the meat is fully cooked.
- Add the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix in the cooked penne pasta and half of the cheddar cheese, stirring until combined.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with the remaining cheddar and parmesan cheese, and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Feel free to use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Parmesan Cheddar Ground Beef Penne, Pasta, Dinner