Cheesy Beef Penne Bake with Mozzarella

Ingredients

• 14 oz penne pasta
• 1.1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 24 oz tomato passata or marinara sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil