Basil Lamb Casserole Recipe

Ingredients for Basil Lamb Casserole

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Yellow Onion
• 1 pound ground lamb
• Fresh Mint Leaves
• Fresh Basil Leaf
• Fresh Parmesan Cheese
• Chopped Tomatoes
• 1 pound macaroni
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make Basil Lamb Casserole

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 pound ground lamb. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are translucent and the lamb is browned and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes).
2. Season the lamb mixture generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3. Set the cooked lamb aside.
4. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
5. Add 1 pound of macaroni to the boiling water. Reduce heat to a simmer.
6. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
7. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
8. In a large (9x13 inch) casserole dish, layer half of the cooked lamb, then half of a (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, half of the cooked macaroni, 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves, and 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese.
9. Repeat layers with remaining lamb, tomatoes, macaroni, basil, mint, and parmesan cheese.
10. Top with the remaining parmesan cheese.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.