Janie Marzetti
Warm, hearty, and irresistibly cheesy, Janie Marzetti is the ultimate comfort food casserole—a timeless family favorite that brings everyone to the table! This easy-to-make dish features tender pasta (choose between elbow macaroni or egg noodles) coated in a rich, savory blend of ground beef, garlic, onions, and a robust tomato sauce seasoned with Italian herbs. Topped with a generous layer of melted cheddar and mozzarella, every forkful delivers a flavor-packed combination of gooey cheese and saucy perfection. Ready in under an hour and baked to golden, bubbly bliss, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. Serve it alongside a fresh green salad or garlic bread for a complete, satisfying meal that’s sure to become a household classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or egg noodles)
- 15 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes to let the flavors combine.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the beef and tomato sauce mixture. Stir well to coat evenly.
Transfer the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out in an even layer.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Janie Marzetti!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1031 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 599 mg | 13% | |
*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.
