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Johnny Marzetti Casserole
A classic Midwestern pasta bake featuring ground beef, cheese, and tomato sauce, offering a comforting and hearty meal.
- Large skillet
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Mixing spoon
- Oven
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
- 1 (24-ounce) jar of marinara sauce
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until onion is soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix cooked pasta into the sauce mixture and pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Use ground turkey as a leaner alternative to ground beef.
For extra flavor, add mushrooms or bell peppers.
Make it ahead and refrigerate before baking for a quick dinner.
Try using different cheeses like mozzarella or provolone for variety.