Poor Mans Husband Casserole
A quick, comforting dish packed with cheesy, savory flavorsperfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
1 medium onion, chopped 暈
1 green bell pepper, chopped 𣏕
2 cloves garlic, minced 龍
1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, drained
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste 蓼
3 cups cooked pasta any type, like elbow or rotini
1 cups shredded cheddar cheese 燎
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 燎
Instructions:
1 Cook the Beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat, add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté until softened.
2 Add Tomatoes & Seasonings: Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes.
3 Assemble: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. In a bowl, combine cooked pasta with meat sauce. Layer half in a 9×13-inch baking dish, top with half the cheeses, then repeat.
4 Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10-15 minutes until bubbly.