Twisty Bolognese Pasta Bake

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 17

Twisty Bolognese Pasta Bake recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

624

Sugar

11g

Fat

23g

Twisty Bolognese Pasta Bake is a classic Italian dish that is popular all over the world. It is a delicious and hearty meal that combines pasta with a rich and flavorful Bolognese sauce made with beef mince and pasta bake sauce. The dish is then topped with a generous amount of cheese and baked in the oven until the cheese is melted and golden. This pasta bake is perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd as it can easily be doubled or tripled to serve more people. It is sure to be a hit with the whole family and is a great way to use up any leftover pasta and sauce you may have in the fridge.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.	Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender, following packet directions. Drain.
3.	Meanwhile, heat a large frying pan over high heat. Cook mince, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up any lumps, for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned.
4.	Add sauce. Stir to combine.
5.	Add cooked pasta to the pan and stir to combine.
6.	Spoon mixture into a 6-cup capacity, 6cm-deep, 20cm x 28cm baking dish.
7.	Sprinkle with cheeses.
8.	Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden. Stand for 5 minutes. Serve.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and is a hearty meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

The combination of meat, pasta, and cheese makes it a delicious and filling dish.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is not suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein, carbohydrates, and calcium.
The tomatoes and herbs in the sauce also provide vitamins and antioxidants that can help boost your immune system.

	375 g dried spiral pasta
	250 g beef mince
	575 g pasta bake sauce
	1 cup tasty cheese , grated
	1/4 cup parmesan cheese