Hot Dish Recipe
π Times:
| Preparation | Cooking | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 1 hour | 1 hour 20 mins |
Description
My grandma has been serving up this comforting Hot Dish since before I could even say “yumm”! π² It’s a delightful, wallet-friendly casserole that’s incredibly simple to whip up, and oh-so-tasty. It’s a perfect blend of ground beef, veggies, and pasta, all baked to perfection.
Recipe Category
One Dish Meal
Keywords
π₯© Meat, π§ Kid Friendly, π₯ Potluck, π Weeknight, π³ Oven, π©βπ³ Beginner Cook, β²οΈ < 4 Hours, π² Easy, π° Inexpensive
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 stalks celery, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 1 can tomato soup
Variations
- Cheese or crushed potato chips for topping
- Extra onion
- Cut green beans or peas
- Option: 1 can tomato paste + 1 can tomato sauce + milk & sugar to taste
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 464.3
- Total Fat: 18.5g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 77.1mg
- Sodium: 755mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 47.9g
- Fiber: 4.7g
- Sugar: 9.6g
- Protein: 28.5g
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients:
- In a skillet, fry the ground beef, celery, and red onion until the veggies are soft.
- π About 10 minutes.
- In a skillet, fry the ground beef, celery, and red onion until the veggies are soft.
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Cook the Pasta:
- Meanwhile, cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions.
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef mixture, cooked pasta, frozen corn, tomato soup, and tomato sauce.
- Mix everything thoroughly.
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Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Scoop the mixture into a casserole dish.
- Cover the dish with foil.
- Bake for 1 hour.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors!
Tips:
- For an extra cheesy kick, sprinkle some grated cheese on top before baking.
- Looking for a crunch? Top with crushed potato chips for a crispy texture.
- Get creative with your veggies! Add in more onions, green beans, or peas for a flavorful twist.
- If you prefer a homemade tomato sauce, mix 1 can of tomato paste with 1 can of tomato sauce, then adjust the sweetness with milk and sugar to your liking.
Note:
- This Hot Dish is perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or whenever you’re craving a hearty and comforting meal. π
- Remember, the variations are endless, so feel free to customize it to your heart’s content! π
Enjoy the nostalgia of this classic Hot Dish recipe, passed down through generations, and create new memories around the dinner table! π½οΈβ¨
