This Beef and Cheddar Casserole is a hearty and delicious dish that combines seasoned ground beef with creamy, melty cheddar cheese. It's an easy-to-make, comforting meal that's perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef lean
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 400 grams canned tomatoes diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 200 grams cheddar cheese shredded
- 250 grams pasta uncooked
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a large pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
- Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and oregano. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a large casserole dish, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Top the casserole with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg