Hungry Husband Casserole
Satisfy even the biggest appetites with this hearty and comforting Hungry Husband Casserole! This easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish combines tender pasta, savory seasoned ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce layered with gooey cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this baked casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The dish offers a beautiful balance of flavors with aromatic garlic, Italian seasoning, and a pop of freshness from optional parsley garnish. Serve it straight from the oven, and watch your loved ones go back for seconds! Perfect for freezer-friendly meal planning or leftovers, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces pasta (elbow macaroni or rotini)
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with a bit of olive oil or non-stick spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Then, add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking up any large pieces with a spatula. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the meat sauce and toss until well coated.
Transfer half of the pasta mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top. Add the remaining pasta mixture and top with the rest of the cheeses.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 951 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 559 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
