Sloppy Joe Casserole
A hearty and flavorful dish combining classic sloppy joe flavors with comforting pasta, topped with gooey cheese.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Casserole Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 can Tomato sauce 15 oz
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
- to taste Salt and black pepper
Pasta and Cheese
- 3 cups Cooked pasta Elbow macaroni or penne
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese Divided
- 1 cup Crushed crackers or French fried onions Optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with the meat mixture. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese and optional crushed crackers or fried onions.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months.