Description
Indulge in a creamy Beef Alfredo Ziti Casserole that blends al dente ziti, rich Alfredo sauce, melted mozzarella and cheddar, and seasoned smoked beef for a hearty, restaurant‑quality dinner. This easy bake layers flavorful meat with cheesy pasta, delivering a golden bubbly top and comforting aroma. Perfect for busy families, the casserole serves six, offers balanced nutrition, and reheats beautifully for leftovers. Serve with a green salad and crusty bread for a complete satisfying dinner. tast
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked beef, crumbled or ground
- 12 ounces ziti pasta
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook ziti al dente, drain.
- Brown smoked beef in skillet, drain excess fat.
- Stir in Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked ziti with beef mixture.
- Transfer to greased baking dish, top with mozzarella and cheddar.
- Bake 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool 5 minutes, garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add crushed red pepper flakes. Use whole‑wheat ziti for added fiber. Leftovers reheat well in microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Beef Alfredo Ziti Casserole, easy beef pasta bake, alfredo pasta casserole, weeknight dinner ideas, cheesy baked ziti, family friendly casserole, Italian comfort food, quick beef recipes, oven baked pasta