10/19/2024
This is the easiest Air Fryer Pasta Bake recipe that is perfect for lunch or dinner. Simply cook your favourite pasta, mix with pasta sauce, top with cheese and cook in the air fryer.Tomato Sauce
Ingredients
1 lb. (450 g) ziti, dry
1 lb. (450 g) beef sirloin, ground
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
3 (3 g) garlic cloves, minced
1 medium (110 g) onion, chopped
1 ½ cup (375 g) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons (30 g) tomato paste
1 teaspoon (2 g) oregano, dried
2 tablespoons (7 g) fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup (60 g) mozzarella cheese, grated
salt and pepper, to taste
Method
1.
Preheat your Air Fryer to 360 F (180 C).
2.
Bring a large stock pot of salted water to a boil. Cook ziti for 10-12 minutes. Drain. Set aside.
3.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry garlic and onion until fragrant.
4.
Add the beef, stir-fry for 5-7 minutes or until browned.
5.
Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, and basil. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
6.
Add pasta and stir to combine well. Transfer to a baking dish that can fit into your Air Fryer basket. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cook in the Air Fryer for 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat.
7.
Serve immediately and enjoy.