Paula Deen’s Hamburger Casserole/Pic

[Roxy15]

Paula Deen's Hamburger Casserole;

 

1-lb. Box Elbow Macaroni

2 T. Vegetable Oil

2 Cups Chopped Green Pepper

2 Cups Chopped Onion

2 T. Chopped Garlic

2-lbs. Lean Ground Beef

3 Cups Canned Crushed Tomatoes

Salt & Pepper, To Taste

1 Tsp. Dried Basil

1 Tsp. Ground Cumin

1 Tsp. Dried Oregano

2-3 Cups Grated Cheddar Cheese

 

Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Cook the macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. 

 

Heat the oil in a skillet; add the peppers, onion, and garlic, and saute until soft. Add the ground beef and saute until browned.

 

Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper, to taste, and the basil, cumin, and oregano. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni and the beef mixture. 

 

Spread this mixture into a 9 by 13-inch baking dish. 

 

Top with the cheese and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly browned and bubbly.

 

Cook's Note: Ground turkey or chicken can be used in place of beef, if desired.

 

Recipe courtesy of Paula Deen

[knapplc]

I use Paula Deen's House Seasoning a lot.

 

It's just one cup salt, one quarter cup pepper and one quarter cup granulated garlic.

 

Super handy to have around.

[Roxy15]

Great to know ty!