Hearty Mac Casserole Recipes

HEARTY MACARONI CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add to prepared macaroni. Stir in tomatoes., Divide half of mixture between two greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dishes; sprinkle each with 1/2 cup cheese. Top with remaining mixture., Sprinkle remaining cheese over one casserole. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Sprinkle the second casserole with French-fried onions. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through., To use frozen casserole: Completely thaw in the refrigerator. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed.

HEARTY MAC CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350ºF.
• Cut 1/2 lb. VELVEETA into 1/2-inch cubes; place in large saucepan. Stir in milk. Cook on low heat 8 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted, stirring frequently. Add macaroni, weiners and tomatoes; mix lightly.
• Spoon into 11x7-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
• Bake 35 min. Slice remaining VELVEETA; place on top of casserole. Bake 5 min. or until VELVEETA begins to melt.

HEARTY MAC & CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook macaroni according to package directions; set cheese packet aside. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain., Add the soup, water, ketchup, mustard and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4 minutes., Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture. Add the corn, cheese, contents of reserved cheese packet, butter and milk. Cook and stir until cheese and butter are melted.

25 HEARTY VEGAN CASSEROLE RECIPES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350° F (180° C) and prepare an 8×8 inch glass baking dish.
• Cook pasta according to package instructions in a large pot. 5 minutes before they are done cooking, add your mixed veggies.
• Drain the cooked pasta and veggies and return everything to the pot.
• You can now season it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika or dried herbs to your liking or leave it as it is.
• Stir in the spinach and chickpeas. Mix with a spoon to combine, then transfer to your baking dish.
• Make the vegan protein cheese sauce in a blender and pour over the pasta, chickpeas and veggies.
• Place your casserole dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, until the sauce turns slightly golden.
• Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes and serve warm.
• Store any leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5-6 days and reheat at your convenience.

MACARONI AND BEEF CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
• Fill a pasta pot with cold water and set on a burner over medium-high heat. When the pasta water comes to a boil, salt the water , stir and taste. It should taste like the sea. Undersalted? Add more. Oversalted? Pour out some water and add fresh water until you get the right balance.
• While the water is coming to a boil, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil, onion, bell pepper, and celery. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for about 3 to 4 minutes, until tender.
• Add tomato paste and stir to incorporate into the vegetables, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
• Add the ground beef and season with another pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring and breaking up the meat, until no longer pink.
• Add the spaghetti sauce. Bring to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes.
• Pour pasta into boiling salted water gradually while stirring the water. When the water returns to a boil, begin the cooking time as directed by the packaging for al dente doneness. Drain.
• Add pasta to meat sauce. Stir to blend.
• Transfer half of the mixture to a 2 1/2- to 3-quart baking dish and top with half of the cheese. Add remaining mixture and top with remaining cheese.
• Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until cheese is melted and the mixture is bubbly.