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Cheesy ground beef and rotini pasta casserole being served from a glass baking dish.

20 Easy Family Dinner Casseroles Your Kids Will Love


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

This beef and pasta casserole feeds your family fast. It uses simple ingredients kids love.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Drain the fat from the pan.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce, onion powder, and oregano.
  5. Combine the beef mixture with the cooked macaroni.
  6. Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
  7. Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese melts.

Notes

  • Add hidden veggies like shredded carrots for extra nutrition.
  • Freeze this meal before baking for a future dinner.
  • Use whole wheat pasta to increase fiber content.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 410

Keywords: beef casserole, kid friendly dinner, easy family meals, pasta bake