Natasha'S Mexican Casserole Recipe

Name: Natasha'S Mexican Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) box elbow macaroni; 2 lbs lean ground beef; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 -2 medium onion, chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (13 ounce) can stewed tomatoes; 1 (13 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 packages taco seasoning mix (low-salt if desired); 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; pepper or dill, as desired

Servings: persons

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["Saute onions and garlic in olive oil for about 10 or 15 minutes over medium heat until wilted.", "Remove from pan.", "Saute ground beef until browned.", "Return onions and garlic to pan and add canned tomatoes, tomato sauce and taco/other seasonings, mixing well; lower heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes or until heated through.", "Meanwhile, cook pasta for about 6 minutes so still slightly firm (do not overcook).", "Drain pasta and put into large bowl, keeping warm.", "Pour ground beef mixture over pasta in bowl.", "Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and mix will.", "Pour everything into a 9""X13"" glass baking pan.", "Top mixture with remaining 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.", "Bake at 350u00b0 for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly on sides.", "When serving, add a scoop of sour cream on side of plate if desired.", "Serve with a crisp salad, ranch-flavored Doritos, and sangria."]

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 (16 ounce) box elbow macaroni, 2 lbs lean ground beef, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 1 -2 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Natasha'S Mexican Casserole 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.

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Natasha'S Mexican Casserole

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