Pasta casserole with cream sauce and minced meat
Bring 1.5 L of water to a boil in a large saucepan.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Add noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Assemble the casserole:
Preheat oven to 356°F (180°C).
In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, meat sauce and cream sauce. Toss until well combined.
Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over top.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this casserole with a fresh green salad and a side of garlic bread for a complete meal. Pair well with a crisp white wine or light red wine.
Cooking tips:
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Pasta casserole with cream sauce and minced meat
For extra flavor, add a pinch of Italian seasoning or dried oregano to the meat sauce.
Make sure the cream sauce is thickened before tossing with the pasta to avoid a runny casserole.
Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melting and flavor.
Nutritional benefits:
This dish provides a good balance of protein from the ground turkey and mozzarella, carbohydrates from the pasta, and essential vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
Dietary information:
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