Amish Country Casserole
Amish Country Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines ground beef, pasta, and vegetables, all baked together in a creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for family dinners or when you need a meal that can feed a crowd.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 large pot
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken if desired.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Once browned, drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, uncooked elbow macaroni, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the milk and ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the meat and pasta mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the milk and cheese mixture evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef if desired.
Feel free to add additional vegetables, such as bell peppers or peas, for extra nutrition.
This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Just remember to adjust the cooking time if baking from cold.