29ouncesdiced tomatoes2 (15 ounce) cans; drain 1 can and leave the other undrained
¼cupbeef broth
3teaspoon(s)Italian seasoning
2teaspoon(s)kosher salt
1teaspoon(s)basildried
½teaspoon(s)crushed red pepperor to taste (optional)
½teaspoon(s)ground black pepper
1cupheavy cream
1 ⅓cupsparmesan cheesefinely grated
1poundshort pasta noodlescooked (ziti, rotini, rigatoni, penne, etc.)
2cupscheddar cheeseshredded off the block
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F, and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Heat a large pan or Dutch oven over low-medium heat. Add the ground beef, onions, and garlic. Cook the beef until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and return the beef to the pan.
1 to 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef, 1 white onion, 4 garlic cloves
Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, basil, crushed red pepper (if using), and pepper to the pan. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
30 ounces tomato sauce, 29 ounces diced tomatoes, ¼ cup beef broth, 3 teaspoon(s) Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoon(s) kosher salt, 1 teaspoon(s) basil, ½ teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper, ½ teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes then add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts completely. Add the cooked pasta noodles, and stir to fully incorporate.
1 cup heavy cream, 1 ⅓ cups parmesan cheese, 1 pound short pasta noodles
Transfer the ingredients to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese melts.
2 cups cheddar cheese
Serve warm! See post for tips and storage options.
Notes
*This recipe can be made by using a large pan that goes from stove top to oven to reduce the amount of dishes used. We used a 6-quart Dutch oven.*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of casserole. Actual calories will vary.*Doubling or tripling this recipe has not been tested. Therefore, we can not guarantee the outcome of adjusting the ingredients.*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.