Savory Baked Macaroni Casserole Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty and comforting baked macaroni casserole featuring ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Perfect for a satisfying dinner solution.

Ingredients

• - Thomas Ridley Fresh British Beef Mince
• 1 Piece Red Bell Pepper, 1pcs | Gopuff
• 1 stick Organic Celery Stick
• 1 Kg Yellow/White Onion 1kg
• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• - Cooks & Co Sliced Mushrooms
• 295G Heinz Weight Watchers Tomato Soup
• 450G Northern Pasta Co. Fusilli, 450G
• 830G Turkish Tomato Paste, 830G
• - Tomato Sauce With Garlic Vorrei Cooking & Table Sauces Pasta Sauce Italian Cuisine Italian Food Tomato Sauce For Pasta

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. 2. In a large skillet, cook 1 lb ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. 3. Add 1 diced bell pepper, 1 cup chopped celery, 1 diced onion, 1 minced clove of garlic, and 1 cup sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. 4. Stir in 1 cup tomato paste, 1 cup tomato sauce, and 1 cup tomato soup. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to thicken.
5. 5. Meanwhile, cook 450g fusilli according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. 6. Combine the cooked fusilli with the beef and vegetable mixture. Mix thoroughly.
7. 7. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish. Cover with a lid or foil and bake for 15 minutes.
8. 8. Remove the cover and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to allow the top to slightly crisp.
9. 9. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.