{"id":177,"date":"2024-11-06T16:16:46","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T16:16:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/restruantrecipes.com\/?p=177"},"modified":"2024-11-06T16:17:34","modified_gmt":"2024-11-06T16:17:34","slug":"poor-mans-husband-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/restruantrecipes.com\/?p=177","title":{"rendered":"Poor Man\u2019s Husband Casserole"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 lb ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 medium onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 green bell pepper, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp Italian seasoning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and pepper, to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 cups cooked pasta (such as elbow or rotini)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 \u00bd cups shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Cook the Ground Beef<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Saut\u00e9 for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Add Tomatoes and Seasonings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Assemble the Casserole<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the meat sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread half of the pasta mixture in a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish. Top with half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Layer the remaining pasta mixture, followed by the rest of the cheddar and mozzarella on top.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Bake<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5: Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving. 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