NATASHA'S MEXICAN CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Natasha's Mexican Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Natasha513

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) box elbow macaroni
2 lbs lean ground beef
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 -2 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 (13 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (13 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 packages taco seasoning mix (low-salt if desired)
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
pepper or dill, as desired

Steps:

  • Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil for about 10 or 15 minutes over medium heat until wilted.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Sauté ground beef until browned.
  • Return onions and garlic to pan and add canned tomatoes, tomato sauce and taco/other seasonings, mixing well; lower heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes or until heated through.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta for about 6 minutes so still slightly firm (do not overcook).
  • Drain pasta and put into large bowl, keeping warm.
  • Pour ground beef mixture over pasta in bowl.
  • Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and mix will.
  • Pour everything into a 9”X13” glass baking pan.
  • Top mixture with remaining 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Bake at 350º for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly on sides.
  • When serving, add a scoop of sour cream on side of plate if desired.
  • Serve with a crisp salad, ranch-flavored Doritos, and sangria.

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