Mostacciolli (full Pan) Recipe
Make Mostacciolli (full Pan) Recipe in just 1h 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Topping
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the mostaccioli pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Meat Sauce
- 3
Brown the Beef
In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes.
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
- 6
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Assemble the Dish
- 7
Layer Ingredients
In a large baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Add half of the cooked mostaccioli pasta, followed by half of the cheese mixture. Repeat the layers, ending with the remaining meat sauce on top.
- 8
Add Toppings
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake
- 9
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 10
Bake the Mostaccioli
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serve
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and enjoy!
