Cheese and Pasta in a Pot Recipe

Name: Cheese and Pasta in a Pot
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces shell pasta; 2 lbs ground beef; 2 medium onions, chopped; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; 14 ounces canned stewed tomatoes; 14 ounces spaghetti sauce; 10 ounces mushrooms, and juice; 2 cups sour cream; 12 lb cheddar cheese; 12 lb mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta until el dente'.
2
Rinse.
3
Drain.
4
Set aside.
5
Brown beef.
6
Drain, and put in a large pot.
7
Add onions, garlic, tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, mushrooms and juice.
8
Bring to a boil.
9
Simmer 20 minutes, until onions are tender.
10
Stir.
11
Remove from heat.
12
Put in a casserole.
13
Cover.
14
Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
15
Remove cover and bake until the cheese melts.
16
Arrange in the casserole as follows:.
17
Start with half of pasta.
18
1/2 of meat.
19
1/2 of sourcream.
20
and continue on and putting cheddar and mozzarella on top.

10349

kcal

Calories

750

Fat

126

Carbs

774

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces shell pasta, 2 lbs ground beef, 2 medium onions, chopped, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Cheese and Pasta in a Pot falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheese and Pasta in a Pot

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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