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oor Man’s Husband Casserole

Poor Man’s Husband Casserole: Budget-Friendly Family Delight

A comforting Poor Man’s Husband Casserole combining savory beef, creamy cheese, and hearty pasta, perfect for budget-friendly family meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken
  • 2 cups Pasta gluten-free pasta for gluten-free version
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce enhance with herbs
  • 2 cups Cheese e.g., cheddar or mozzarella
For Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic add during meat browning
  • 1 cup Sautéed Vegetables like bell peppers or spinach

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Poor Man’s Husband Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in your tomato sauce with the cooked ground beef and let simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
  4. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, roughly 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  5. Combine the cooked pasta with the meat and tomato sauce mixture, adding half of your cheese. Stir well.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite meats and veggies!

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