Cheesy beef macaroni casserole 
Cheesy Beef Macaroni Casserole
Kids love this dish because it's loaded with cheese. It can also be packed as a school lunch. You can make a larger portion if you have a big family.
Cheesy Beef Macaroni Casserole
Kids love this dish because it's loaded with cheese. It can also be packed as a school lunch. You can make a larger portion if you have a big family.
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F. While waiting, heat a pan over high heat and add about 1-2 tbsp of olive oil. Once the pan is hot, add the ground beef or pork and cook until done.
- 2
Once the meat is cooked, add the onions and sauté until they are translucent. Then add the carrots and zucchini, and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes.
- 3
Boil the macaroni in salted water, cooking it 3 minutes less than the package instructions. For example, if the package says 8 minutes, cook for only 5 minutes. The macaroni will finish cooking in the oven.
- 4
Add the tomato paste to the meat and vegetable mixture. Then add the crushed tomatoes, ketchup, dried basil, salt, pepper, and about 1/2 tsp of sugar. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, as different brands of ketchup can vary in flavor.
- 5
Drain the macaroni and add it to the sautéed mixture. Stir to combine, reduce the heat to low, and add the cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese melts.
- 6
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle with cheese topping. You can use cheddar, parmesan, or even mozzarella.
- 7
Cover the dish with foil to prevent the cheese from burning. Bake for 20-25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, depending on how browned you like the cheese. Once done, remove from the oven and let it sit for 3-5 minutes before serving.
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