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Indulge in the cozy, crowd-pleasing comfort of "Husbands Delight Boyfriends Delight Best Friends Delight Et," a hearty baked casserole that's equal parts creamy, cheesy, and flavorful! This layered masterpiece features al dente pasta, rich marinara sauce simmered with seasoned ground beef, and a luscious blend of sour cream and cream cheese for creamy decadence. Topped with a golden crust of melted mozzarella and cheddar, this dish is baked to bubbly perfection. With just 20 minutes of prep and a total bake-ready time of under an hour, this recipe is perfect for feeding family, friends, or anyone who craves a warm, satisfying meal. Easy to make, bursting with layers of flavor, and designed to impress, it's your ultimate go-to comfort food for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Garnish with fresh basil to elevate the presentation, and get ready for rave reviews!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups pasta (elbow macaroni or penne)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Boil water in a large pot, add a pinch of salt, and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir the marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper into the ground beef mixture. Let it simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Spread half of the cooked pasta evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Layer half of the sour cream mixture over the pasta, followed by half of the meat sauce. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella over the top.
Repeat the layers with the remaining pasta, sour cream mixture, meat sauce, and another 1 cup of mozzarella.
Top the casserole with the shredded cheddar cheese for a golden, bubbly finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy this delightful dish with husbands, boyfriends, best friends, and beyond!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 325.6 g | 417% | |
| Saturated Fat | 177.5 g | 888% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1035 mg | 345% | |
| Sodium | 6564 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.6 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.3 g | ||
| Protein | 212.4 g | 425% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 3121 mg | 240% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1705 mg | 36% | |
*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.
