Pasta and Ground Beef Feta Bake
Pasta and Ground Beef Feta Bake
recipe
A delicious pasta bake combining savory ground beef, creamy sauce, and tangy feta cheese. Perfect for a weeknight dinner! Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Serving Size: 4-6 servings
Ingredients:
- 200 g feta cheese - 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 can (400 g) crushed tomatoes
- 800 g ground beef
- 2 cans (500 ml) heavy cream
- 1 package pasta (e.g., spiral pasta)
- 1 large onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- (Optional spices: oregano, basil)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).2. Cook the pasta until almost done according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté chopped onion and garlic in a pan until softened.
4. Add the tomato paste and mix well.
5. Add the ground beef to the pan and brown it thoroughly.
6. Pour the crushed tomatoes into the beef mixture and stir. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
7. Stir in the cooked pasta and heavy cream. Mix all ingredients well.
8. Pour the mixture into a baking dish and crumble feta cheese on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, until the top is beautifully golden brown.
Nutritional Information (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Protein: 40 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fat: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
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