Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake (Printable Format)
A comforting pasta bake that transforms traditional sloppy joes into a hearty casserole with ground beef, tangy sauce, pasta and melted cheese on top.
# What You'll Gather:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound ground beef
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1 onion, chopped
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1 bell pepper, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon mustard
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Salt and pepper to taste
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8 ounces pasta (elbow macaroni or similar), cooked and drained
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, chopped onion, and bell pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and the vegetables are softened.
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Drain excess fat, then stir in garlic, tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
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In the prepared baking dish, mix the cooked pasta with the sloppy joe mixture. Ensure the pasta is well coated.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole.
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Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the robust, tangy, and sweet flavors that make this dish a standout.
# Important Tips:
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Brown the meat well for the best flavor.
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Drain excess fat to keep the dish from being too greasy.
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Simmer the sloppy joe mix to deepen the flavors before baking.
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Use a good quality cheddar for the best melt and taste.
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Cook pasta al dente since it will continue to cook in the oven.