Beef Fiesta Casserole Recipe

Ingredients for Beef Fiesta Casserole

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• Diced Tomatoes
• 6 tablespoons tomato paste
• Green Chilies
• Kidney Beans
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Ground Pepper
• Elbow Macaroni
• Monterey Jack Cheese
• Jalapeno Pepper

How to Make Beef Fiesta Casserole

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Grease a 3-quart casserole dish.
3. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
5. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 6 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies (undrained), 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Pour the beef mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
8. Add 2 cups cooked macaroni (elbow macaroni recommended). Stir gently to combine.
9. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Add sliced jalapeños, if desired.
10. Cover the casserole and bake for 30 minutes.
11. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.