Name: Beef Alfredo Ziti Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 ounces ziti noodles; 1 pound ground beef; 2 cups Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought); 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper, to taste; Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Description

Tender ziti, savory beef, and creamy Alfredo sauce baked under a golden mozzarella-Parmesan crust—comfort food at its cheesiest

Ingredients

Scale

12 ounces ziti noodles
1 pound ground beef
2 cups Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the Pasta

Boil the ziti noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. Brown the Beef

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.

4. Season the Meat

Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper for added flavor.

5. Combine the Casserole

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ziti, seasoned beef, and Alfredo sauce. Mix until well coated.

6. Assemble and Bake

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

7. Bake

Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbling at the edges.

8. Garnish and Serve

Let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with parsley if desired, then serve hot.

Notes

For a crispier top, broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers for extra texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American