Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
Ingredients:
- 16 ounces elbow pasta, uncooked
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 white onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 28-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
- 15.5-ounce can whole kernel sweet corn, drained
- 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
- 10.75-ounce can cheddar cheese soup
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, freshly grated
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9″x13″ baking dish.
- Cook Pasta:
- Boil a large pot of water and cook the elbow pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Brown Beef and Onions:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onions, breaking the meat apart as it cooks, until the beef is fully browned and the onions are translucent. Season with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tomatoes, sweet corn, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese soup. Mix in the cooked beef and the drained pasta until everything is well incorporated.
- Bake:
- Transfer the pasta and beef mixture to the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top during the last 10-15 minutes of baking, allowing it to melt and become bubbly.
- Serve:
- Garnish the baked casserole with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting and cheesy dish.
This hearty Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake is a perfect family meal, combining savory ground beef, tender pasta, and melted cheese for a delicious and satisfying dinner.
