Quick & Delicious Ground Beef and Macaroni Bake |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Fast, easy, and won't break the family budget. Make two of these delicious casseroles and save one in the freezer for another time. Ingredients:
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked |
1 lb ground beef |
1 medium yellow onion, chopped |
1/2 green pepper, seeded and diced |
1 (12 ounce) bottle chili sauce |
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, undrained |
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce |
1/2 cup whole kernel corn, drained |
1/2 cup sweet peas, drained |
1 teaspoon kosher salt |
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
1 teaspoon garlic powder |
1 teaspoon onion powder |
1/2 teaspoon marjoram leaves |
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves |
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Spray 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
3. Prepare elbow macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
4. In a medium heavy-bottom skillet, combine together the ground beef, onion, and green pepper. Cook until the beef is brown and the onion and peppers are tender; drain.
5. Stir in all of the next ingredients EXCEPT the cheese; add the cooked macaroni and give a good stir.
6. Transfer into the casserole dish; top with the cheddar cheese.
7. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
8. Serve up with a garden salad and warm rolls.
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