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Minced Meat Pasta Bake with Vegetables and Mozzarella finished dish

Minced Meat Pasta Bake with Vegetables and Mozzarella

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Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • Pasta: 250g
  • Onion: 1, chopped
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Sweet Red Pepper: 1, diced
  • Minced Meat: 600g beef or pork
  • Tomatoes: 2, diced
  • Leek Stalk: 1, finely sliced
  • Butter: 40g
  • Flour: 20g
  • Milk: 500ml
  • Hard Mozzarella Cheese: 100g, grated
  • Vegetable Oil: For cooking
  • Salt and Ground Black Pepper: To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Cook the Vegetables and Meat: Heat a small amount of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the onion, garlic, and diced red pepper, and sauté until they soften.
  5. Add the minced meat to the skillet, browning it as you season with salt and pepper. This step layers the flavors for a rich-tasting bake.
  6. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour, whisking continuously to form a roux.
  7. Gradually add the milk, whisking until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
  8. Combine and Bake: In a large baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, sautéed meat and vegetables, diced tomatoes, leeks, and sauce. Mix in half of the grated mozzarella for extra creaminess.
  9. Spread the remaining mozzarella evenly on top.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.

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