Beefy Mushroom Marsala Pasta Bake

Beefy Mushroom Marsala Pasta Bake: A Comforting, Flavor-Packed Dinner for Any Night

If you love creamy pasta dishes with a hearty twist, this Beefy Mushroom Marsala Pasta Bake is going to become one of your new go-to recipes. Combining tender pasta, savory ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and a rich Marsala wine sauce, this baked pasta dish offers all the warmth and satisfaction of an Italian-American classic—with a gourmet touch. Let’s explore how to make this delicious dish step by step.

🧄 Ingredients You’ll Need

(Serves 6–8)

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef – lean or 80/20 for extra flavor
• 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced (cremini, baby bella, or white button)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) Marsala wine (sweet or dry, depending on your taste)
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups (360 ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 12 oz (340 g) penne or rigatoni pasta
• 1 ½ cups (150 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

🍳 Step-by-Step Preparation

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add your pasta and cook until just al dente (1–2 minutes less than the package suggests).
3. Drain the pasta, toss it with a little olive oil to prevent sticking, and set aside.

(Tip: Slightly undercooking the pasta prevents it from becoming mushy once baked.)

Step 2: Sauté the Beef and Vegetables

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and no pink remains.
3. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
4. Remove the cooked beef from the pan and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil or butter.
6. Add the onion and mushrooms, cooking for about 5–6 minutes until softened and golden.
7. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

(This layering of flavors is what gives the dish its deep, savory base.)

Step 3: Deglaze with Marsala Wine

1. Pour the Marsala wine into the pan.
2. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet—this is packed with flavor.
3. Let the wine simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced and the alcohol has cooked off.

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