Steak pasta bake combines seared steak with pasta and a simple tomato sauce baked with melted cheese. The steak cooks first, then everything comes together in one dish.
The cheese melts over the top while the sauce coats the pasta and steak underneath.
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1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cook 8 oz pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil until shimmering.
4. Pat 1 lb steak diced dry. Season with salt and pepper. Add steak in a single layer to skillet. Sear 3-4 minutes until browned and internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare. Remove steak and rest 5 minutes.
5. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic to skillet. Cook until onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
6. Add 1 cup tomato sauce and simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats onion and garlic.
7. Return steak to skillet and stir to combine.
8. Add cooked pasta and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir gently to combine and heat through.
9. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×9 inch baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
10. Bake 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil sprinkled on top after baking.
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