With very simple prep work, it will become a weeknight staple in your household.

Add carrots; pulse until finely chopped.

Preheat oven to 350F.

Ground Beef and Pasta Casserole

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Heat a large high-sided saute pan over medium heat.

Add oil to pan; swirl to coat.

Add onion mixture; cook 4 minutes.

Add garlic; cook 2 minutes.

Add Italian seasoning, red pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Add beef; cook 5 minutes.

Stir in stock, 4 tablespoons basil, tomato paste, vinegar, pasta and tomatoes.

Bring mixture to a boil; cook 13 minutes or until pasta is almost done, stirring frequently.

Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Arrange mozzarella over pasta mixture.

Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano; bake at 350F for 15 minutes or until pasta is done.

Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons basil.

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