Upside-Down Casserole Recipe

Name: Upside-Down Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni; 1/2 c. minced onion; 1 lb. ground beef; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. oregano; 3/4 c. milk; 3 Tbsp. butter (or oleo); 2 tsp. minced garlic; 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 3 eggs, beaten; 8 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni
1/2 c. minced onion
1 lb. ground beef
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. oregano
3/4 c. milk
3 Tbsp. butter (or oleo)
2 tsp. minced garlic
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 eggs, beaten
8 oz. Cheddar cheese, grated

1
Day Before:
2
Cook macaroni until tender, drain.
3
In hot butter in a large skillet saute onion and garlic until tender.
4
Add ground beef and cook, stirring until brown.
5
Stir in tomato sauce, salt, pepper and oregano.
6
Simmer for about 5 minutes.
7
Spread over the bottom of a 2-quart casserole (greased) dish.
8
Toss macaroni with grated cheese, arrange on top of meat and tomato mixture in the casserole dish, packing it down.
9
Combine eggs and milk, pour over macaroni.
10
Cover and refrigerate until the next day.

747

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Fat

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni, 1/2 c. minced onion, 1 lb. ground beef, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Upside-Down 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Upside-Down Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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