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Sloppy Joe Casserole Recipe

Sloppy Joe Casserole Recipe
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A hearty and comforting Sloppy Joe Casserole combining rich ground beef in tangy sloppy joe sauce with tender rotini pasta and melted cheddar cheese. This easy one-pan meal is perfect for family dinners and guaranteed to satisfy cravings for a classic sloppy joe in a casserole form.

Ingredients

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Meat & Vegetables

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 green pepper, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced

Sauce & Cheese

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) sloppy joe sauce
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, divided

Pasta

  • 1 package (16 oz) rotini pasta, cooked

Instructions

  1. Cook the Meat and Vegetables: In a large pan, add the ground beef, diced green pepper, and diced onion. Cook over medium heat until the ground beef is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add Sloppy Joe Sauce: Pour the two cans of sloppy joe sauce into the cooked beef and vegetables mixture. Stir well to blend and heat for a few seconds until it begins to simmer gently.
  3. Mix in the Cooked Pasta: Add the cooked rotini pasta to the meat and sauce mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat all the pasta evenly with the sauce.
  4. Add and Melt Cheese: Sprinkle 1 to 1 ½ cups of cheddar cheese into the mixture and stir until melted and blended. Then add the remaining cheese on top and heat on low until fully melted.
  5. Serve: Spoon the casserole onto plates or into bowls. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Notes

  • Use cooked rotini pasta to save time; cook according to package instructions before adding.
  • Drain excess fat from the beef to reduce greasiness.
  • For extra flavor, add garlic or Worcestershire sauce when cooking the meat if desired.
  • Can be served with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for 2-3 days.

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Keywords: Sloppy Joe casserole, ground beef casserole, easy family dinner, cheesy pasta casserole, comfort food

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