SOUTHWEST GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE

Southwest Ground Beef Casserole image

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups dried macaroni style pasta
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced bell pepper, any color
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit if you don't like a hint of spice)
1 teaspoon Montreal Steak or chicken seasoning
16 oz. tomato sauce
1- 10 oz can of diced tomatoes & green chilies
1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 packet taco seasoning or 2 Tablespoons homemade
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn
2 cup shredded Mexican four cheese blend
sliced green onions for garnish
sour cream, optional

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. In large skillet cook ground beef, onions, bell pepper, red pepper flakes and steak seasoning until beef is cooked through and onions are translucent. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano and chili powder. Simmer for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to blend together. Add corn and simmer for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and gently stir in pasta and cheese. Once cheese is melted, it's ready to serve! Garnish with green onions and sour cream.