Description
A comforting and convenient twist on the classic Sloppy Joe, this casserole features ground beef, bell peppers, and melty cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can sloppy joe sauce
- 2 cups diced bell peppers
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 can diced tomatoes (optional)
- 2 cups cooked pasta (like elbow macaroni)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar recommended)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell peppers, sautéing until softened.
- Introduce the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the sloppy joe sauce and diced tomatoes (if using), cooking for a few minutes until heated through.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the beef mixture, ensuring each piece of pasta is coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with a layer of shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or mozzarella. Customize your vegetables and add jalapeños for heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, comfort food, family meal, sloppy joe, beef
