Cheesy Beef & Macaroni Casserole

 

Sure! Here’s a delicious and easy Cheesy Beef & Macaroni Casserole recipe you’ll love:

---

🧀 Cheesy Beef & Macaroni Casserole

✅ Ingredients:

• 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz / 400g) tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (10 oz / 300g) diced tomatoes (optional for extra texture)
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or oregano + basil)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & mozzarella)
• 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

---

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Cook the macaroni:
   Boil in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the beef mixture:
   In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
   Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.

3. Add sauce & seasoning:
   Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (if using), paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
   Let simmer for 5 minutes. Add milk or cream if you want a richer sauce.

4. Combine:
   Add cooked macaroni into the beef mixture and stir well. Taste and adjust seasoning.

5. Bake with cheese:
   Transfer to a baking dish, top generously with shredded cheese.
   Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

---

🌿 Optional Toppings:

✅ Chopped parsley
✅ Parmesan cheese
✅ Red chili flakes

---

🍽️ Serving Tips:

Perfect with a side salad or garlic bread!

---

Would you like a short video-style script, Arabic/Darija translation, or a printable recipe card? 😊