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Saturday, October 5, 2024

Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Casserole Recipe


 

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Macaroni:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Beef:

  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  • Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
  • Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the marinara sauce and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

3. Prepare the Cheese Sauce:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, continuing to whisk until the mixture thickens and is smooth.
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, mixing well to coat the pasta evenly.
  • In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spread half of the macaroni and cheese mixture.
  • Top with the beef and marinara sauce mixture.
  • Spread the remaining macaroni and cheese mixture over the beef layer.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

5. Bake:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is lightly golden.

6. Garnish and Serve:

  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Enjoy your delicious Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Casserole!

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