Miles of Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli

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Miles of Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli is a classic comfort dish that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

This recipe is easy to make and can be doubled to feed a crowd.

The combination of the two mozzarella cheeses gives it a rich and creamy flavor.

CONS

This dish is not the healthiest option, as it contains lots of cheese and ground beef.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite not being the healthiest dish, Miles of Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli does contain some nutritional benefits.
The beef and cheese provide protein and calcium, and the tomato sauce contains vitamins A and C.
Just be mindful of portion sizes and frequency of consumption.

	2 teaspoons olive oil , divided
	1/2 cup finely chopped onion , divided
	3 cloves garlic , minced , divided
	2 cups beef broth
	2 cans tomato sauce
	1 tablespoon dried oregano
	1 tablespoon dried basil
	2 teaspoons white sugar
	1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
	1/2 teaspoon thyme
	1/2 teaspoon dried savory
	1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
	1/4 teaspoon ground marjoram
	1 pound ground beef
	1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
	2 cups water
	1 package mostaccioli pasta
	1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
	1 package fresh mozzarella cheese , sliced

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	In a large pot, heat 1 teaspoon of the olive oil over medium heat.
3.	Add in half of the chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until tender.
4.	Add in the beef broth, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, sugar, parsley, thyme, savory, red pepper flakes, and marjoram.
5.	Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6.	In a separate skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it is no longer pink. Drain off the excess fat.
7.	Add in the remaining onions, garlic, and diced green pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
8.	Add the beef mixture to the sauce and stir to combine.
9.	Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the mostaccioli pasta according to package directions.
10.	Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce, stirring to combine.
11.	In a large baking dish, spread a layer of the pasta and sauce mixture on the bottom.
12.	Top with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the sliced fresh mozzarella cheese.
13.	Repeat with the remaining pasta and sauce mixture, shredded mozzarella, and sliced fresh mozzarella.
14.	Drizzle the remaining teaspoon of olive oil on top of the mozzarella cheese.
15.	Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
16.	Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Miles of Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli

Miles of Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli, the perfect cheesy comfort food for any occasion

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