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Baked pasta with minced meat

55 min4 serv.19 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The recipe won't take much time. This casserole is perfect for a family lunch or dinner. It's a harmony of tender pasta and minced meat with the addition of cheese, which gives a creamy note. Everything bakes until golden brown, creating an incredible aroma and irresistible appearance. Prepare this hearty pasta casserole and enjoy these moments together with your loved ones. Serve hot.

Instructions

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    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare all the necessary ingredients for making a pasta casserole with minced meat.

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    Step 2

    Step 2

    Pour 500 ml of water into a saucepan, add salt, and bring to a boil. Add the pasta, stir to prevent sticking. Cook the pasta until half-done, that is, 2 minutes less than the time indicated on the package. You can use any pasta, but it's better not to use very large shapes, so the casserole holds its shape after slicing. Drain the pasta in a colander, do not rinse, and let the liquid drain off completely.

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    Step 3

    Step 3

    Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Peel and rinse the onion, then chop it using any convenient method. Place the meat mince into a bowl and add the chopped onion.

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    Step 4

    Step 4

    Season everything with salt and pepper.

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    Step 5

    Step 5

    Add one egg to the minced meat.

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    Step 6

    Step 6

    Mix everything well and beat the meat mixture until dense. To do this, gather the mixture in your hand, lift it above the bowl, and drop it back in. Repeat 10-15 times until the mixture becomes firm.

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    Step 7

    Step 7

    Add one egg to the cooled pasta and mix well.

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    Step 8

    Grease a baking dish with vegetable oil and place 1/3 of the pasta in it, spreading evenly. On top, evenly place half of the meat mince.

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    Step 9

    Place another 1/3 of the pasta, then the remaining meat filling, and on top, spread the rest of the pasta in an even layer. Cover the casserole dish with foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake the casserole for 25 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.

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    Step 10

    Step 10

    Grate the hard cheese on a medium grater. Remove the baking dish from the oven, take off the foil, and sprinkle the top of the casserole with cheese.

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    Step 11

    Return the pan back to the oven and cook for another 10-15 minutes.

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    Step 12

    Step 12

    Remove the ready macaroni casserole from the oven. Let it stand for a while, cut into portions, and serve.

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    Step 13

    Step 13

    Can be served.