Ingredients for Lady's Day Out Casserole
- 1 pound macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 (24 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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How to Make Lady's Day Out Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions; drain well.
- In a large skillet, brown 1 pound ground beef over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon black pepper, 2 (24 ounce) jars of your favorite spaghetti sauce, and 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Grease a 2 ½-quart casserole dish.
- Place half of the cooked macaroni in the prepared casserole dish.
- Top with half of the meat mixture, then half of 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining macaroni, meat mixture, and cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
25 g
Sugar
35g
Fat
69g
Carbs
13g
