Sloppy Joe Pasta Casserole
Transform your favorite childhood sandwich into a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner with this Sloppy Joe Pasta Casserole! This recipe combines the savory, tangy flavors of classic sloppy joes—thanks to ingredients like ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard—with tender rigatoni pasta for a comforting twist. Topped with a generous layer of melty cheddar cheese and baked to perfection, this one-dish meal is not only delicious but also easy to prepare in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this casserole is a true comfort-food delight that everyone at the table will love. Don't forget to garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces rigatoni or penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. 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 minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the ground beef. Cook and crumble until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Carefully drain any excess grease.
Add the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and 1/4 cup of water to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add the cooked and drained pasta to the skillet with the sloppy joe mixture. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.
Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 832 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.0 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% | |
*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.
