Easy Cattle Drive Casserole Recipe
This hearty casserole combines flavorful beef and pasta with a cheesy, tomato-rich sauce.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef lean
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
- 1 can tomato sauce 8 oz
- 1 cup beef broth low sodium
- 2 cups uncooked pasta rotini or macaroni
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer until pasta is just tender, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for more flavor and nutrition.