Best 9 Mostaccioli With Meat Sauce Recipes

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**Mostaccioli with Meat Sauce: A Hearty and Flavorful Italian-American Classic**

Mostaccioli with meat sauce is a delectable Italian-American dish that combines tender pasta shells with a rich and flavorful meat sauce. This classic recipe is a staple in many households, loved for its comforting flavors and versatility. In this article, we present two variations of mostaccioli with meat sauce: a traditional recipe and a slow-cooker version for added convenience. Both recipes are packed with flavor and sure to satisfy pasta enthusiasts of all ages.

The traditional mostaccioli with meat sauce recipe starts with creating a hearty meat sauce using ground beef, Italian sausage, and a blend of aromatic vegetables. The sauce is simmered to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen. Meanwhile, the mostaccioli pasta is cooked al dente, providing a perfect vessel for the rich sauce. The dish is then assembled by layering the pasta with the meat sauce, topped with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Alternatively, the slow-cooker mostaccioli with meat sauce offers a convenient option for busy individuals or those seeking a hands-off approach. This recipe utilizes the slow cooker to create a tender and flavorful meat sauce over several hours, infusing it with a depth of flavor. The pasta is cooked separately and then combined with the slow-cooked meat sauce, resulting in a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering.

Whether you prefer the traditional or slow-cooker method, our mostaccioli with meat sauce recipes guarantee a delightful culinary experience. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a delicious journey with this classic Italian-American dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOSTACCIOLI



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This versatile dish is quick, delicious and budget-friendly. I love to make my own spaghetti sauce. You can make the sauce ahead to save time. My family and I both enjoy this. I hope you do too.

Provided by Luv2cook

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons canola oil
½ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound bulk pork sausage
4 (16 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
1 pound penne pasta
½ cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • Heat the canola oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion and red pepper, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the pork sausage, cook and stir until the sausage is crumbly and browned, about 10 minutes. Drain off and discard any excess fat, then stir in the crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes until the sauce has reached your desired consistency.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta, and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the penne, then toss with the red sauce and Italian cheese blend. Stir until the cheese has melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 772 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

EASY BAKED MOSTACCIOLI



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This creamy pasta dish is budget-friendly and so easy to prepare. It's perfect to feed a crowd or for a quick weeknight meal!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Beef     Casserole     Dinner     Entree     Pasta

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces mostaccioli (or penne)
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
28 ounces marinara sauce
14 ounces diced tomatoes (undrained)
½ cup water
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
¼ cup parmesan cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 pan.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Do not overcook.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan brown ground beef, onion, and garlic until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
  • Stir in marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, water, Italian seasoning, and sugar. Simmer 5 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and simmer an additional 5 minutes or until thickened.
  • Spread 1 cup of sauce in the bottom of the prepared pan. Add half of the cooked pasta and top with half of the remaining sauce.
  • Add remaining pasta, top with remaining sauce and cheeses.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes or until hot and the cheese is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Sodium 870 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOSTACCIOLI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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This recipe was given to me over 30 years ago from an Italian friend. This is a really nice pasta dish served with a salad, garlic bread, and wine. When I make this, I usually only cook up 8 ounces of pasta, and I do not mix up the meat sauce and pasta together unless I am serving a crowd. For 2-4 people I spoon the sauce over...

Provided by Crystal ~

Categories     Beef

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound hamburger, browned and drained
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes, petite diced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
½ teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt, or more
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup dry red wine, good quality
16 ounces of cooked and drained mostaccioli pasta

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium saucepan, brown hamburger; drain.
  • 2. To the browned beef, add; onion, green pepper, garlic, mushrooms, tomatoes, tomato paste, wine, basil, oregano, salt and pepper, and bay leaf.
  • 3. Cover and let simmer for 30-45 minutes.
  • 4. In a large stock pot, cook the pasta in boiling salted water for approximately 12-15 minutes or until tender.
  • 5. Drain the pasta in a colander and add pasta back into the stock pot.
  • 6. Add the meat sauce to the pot of pasta and mix thoroughly. Add a little more wine or water if it looks to thick or dry. Simmer until mostaccioli noodles and meat sauce are heated evenly. (Or you can spoon the sauce over individual plates of pasta instead).
  • 7. Serve with freshly grated or shredded parmesan cheese on top.

EASY MOSTACCIOLI



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This rich and cheesy casserole freezes so well that no one would ever guess it had been on ice! It'll appeal to all ages. Margaret McNeil - Germantown, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) mostaccioli
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1-1/4 cups chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook mostaccioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce, soup, Italian seasoning and pepper., Drain mostaccioli. Add mostaccioli and 1-1/2 cups cheese to beef mixture. Transfer to two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Freeze option:Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles up to 3 months. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, covered, 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED MOSTACCIOLI



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Do it like Donatelli's, and don't skimp on the cheese.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield Makes 3 quarts sauce and 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/4 cup vegetable oil, divided
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 small onion, diced
2 (12-ounce) cans tomato paste
1 (29-ounce) can tomato puree
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon beef base, such as Better Than Bouillon
1 tablespoon chicken base, such as Better Than Bouillon
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons steak seasoning, such as McCormick's Montreal Steak Seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Vegetable oil, for the baking dish
1 pound dried mostaccioli, cooked al dente
3 1/2 to 4 cups meat sauce, warm or at room temperature
2 1/2 cups shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Shredded or grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. To make the sauce: Heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef, garlic, salt to taste, and the pepper and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until the beef is browned. Set aside.
  • 2. Heat the rest of the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring a bit, until soft. Stir in all of the tomato products. Fill the tomato puree can with hot water, and stir in the beef and chicken base to dissolve. Add the mixture to the saucepan along with the Parmesan, steak seasoning, garlic salt, basil, and parsley, and bring to a simmer.
  • 3. Add the beef to the sauce, reduce the heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Taste and add salt, if necessary.
  • 4. To make the baked pasta: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate.
  • 5. Toss the cooked pasta with 2 cups of the meat sauce and 11/2 cups each of the mozzarella and Cheddar cheeses. Mound the mixture in the pie dish and top with the rest of the meat sauce and the mozzarella and Cheddar. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet, and bake until bubbling and golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Top with the Parmesan cheese and serve hot.

EASY BAKED MOSTACCIOLI



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Simple hardy mostaccioli pasta dish that can be baked in a throw-away aluminum pan for easy clean up.

Provided by Alyssa Buschman

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

cooking spray
1 (16 ounce) package mostaccioli pasta
1 pound ground beef
1 ½ (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook mostaccioli in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef until browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat. Drain and discard grease. Add spaghetti sauce to the pan and mix with the beef.
  • Transfer beef mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly over the bottom and layer cooked pasta over top. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and continue to bake until cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.1 calories, Carbohydrate 60.5 g, Cholesterol 59.2 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 821 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

MOSTACCIOLI



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Even though we're not Italian, this rich, cheesy pasta dish is a "family tradition" for holidays and special occasions. I was delighted the first time I tried this mostaccioli recipe-it has all the flavor of lasagna without the work of layering the ingredients. Try it...I'm sure it'll become one of your family's favorites, too! -Nancy Mundhenke, Kinsley, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound uncooked mostaccioli
1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
1 jar (28 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Crumble sausage into a Dutch oven. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce and pasta. In a large bowl, combine the egg, ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese. , Spoon half of the pasta mixture into a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish; layer with cheese mixture and remaining pasta mixture. , Cover and bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Uncover; top with Romano cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

OVEN BAKED MOSTACCIOLI



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Make and share this Oven Baked Mostaccioli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Donna S.

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
16 ounces mostaccioli pasta, cooked 8 minutes, drained and tossed with
1 -2 teaspoon vegetable oil
16 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In large skillet, combine beef, green peppers and onion. Cook until meat has browned.
  • Stir in spaghetti sauce, tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer 5 minutes.
  • Pour 1 cup of meat sauce mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Top with half of the pasta.
  • Then a layer of 2 cups of mozzarella cheese and all of the parmesan cheese.
  • For the next layer, add 2 cups of sauce, remaining pasta and mozzarella cheese.
  • Top with remaining sauce.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • NOTE: To make ahead--completely assemble then refrigerate. Cook the assembled meal right before serving. You may have to add some cooking time because of the refrigeration. To make clean up easier, consider foil lining the baking dish. Easy clean up is so nice when entertaining!

MOSTACCIOLI SAUCE



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Make and share this Mostaccioli Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by avsfan8657

Categories     Pork

Time 1h45m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chopped bacon (about 3 slices)
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cooking sherry
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can Italian-style tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon basil

Steps:

  • Heat Oil, brown bacon until tender. Add ground beef, ground pork & onion and cook until meat is done. Add all remaining ingredients except the tomato paste and simmer under low heat for 1 hour. Add tomato paste and continue simmering for another 15 minutes.
  • Serve over mostaccioli noodles.

Tips:

  • Use a large pot: Mostaccioli is a large pasta, so you'll need a large pot to cook it in. A 6-quart pot is a good size.
  • Salt the water: When you're cooking the pasta, be sure to salt the water. This will help to flavor the pasta and prevent it from sticking together.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente means "to the tooth" in Italian. It refers to the ideal texture for cooked pasta, which is slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a good quality meat sauce: The meat sauce is the key to this dish, so be sure to use a good quality sauce. You can make your own meat sauce or use a store-bought sauce.
  • Add some vegetables: If you want to add some vegetables to this dish, you can add them to the meat sauce or to the pasta. Some good options include mushrooms, onions, peppers, and zucchini.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese: Parmesan cheese is a classic topping for mostaccioli. It adds a salty, nutty flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Mostaccioli with meat sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's a great way to use up leftover meat sauce, and it's also a great dish to freeze for later. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give mostaccioli with meat sauce a try.

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