Best Hearty Mac Casserole Recipes

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GROUND BEEF MACARONI CASSEROLE



Ground Beef Macaroni Casserole image

My mom often made this casserole when I was growing up, and it was one of my favorite meals. It tastes terrific with a salad and rolls. -Judy Hluchy, Mt. Prospect, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce
1 large egg
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce; heat through., Drain macaroni; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the egg, soup, milk, butter and parsley; pour over macaroni. Spoon beef mixture over top; sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 721mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

HEARTY CHILI MAC



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Luckily, this recipe makes a lot, since everyone is apt to want another bowl. It freezes well and makes excellent leftovers-if there is any left. Not that I'm a retired farm wife, I enjoy traveling and volunteering. -Fannie Wehmas, Saxon, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato juice, tomatoes, celery, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, mustard and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally., Add the beans and macaroni; simmer 15-20 minutes longer or until macaroni is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 809mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHEESEBURGER SKILLET DINNER



Cheeseburger Skillet Dinner image

This skillet dinner is doubly quick. The leftovers-if there are any-can be reheated to make a second meal as tasty as the first. -Karen Grimes, Stephens City, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese
1 pound ground turkey or beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
1/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown the turkey or beef with the onion; drain. Stir in vegetables, ketchup, water, mustard and garlic powder. Cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Mix in macaroni and cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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