Your Money’s Worth in Food
The recipe originally came from a small cookbook titled, “Your Money’s Worth in Food”, which was published by the Ontario Department of Agriculture & Food, probably in the early 70s.
Over the years, we’ve added a few more seasonings to this recipe, and some shredded carrots for extra nutrients.
And after the kids moved out, we cut the recipe in half, so it’s just the right amount for the two of us!
Macaroni and Hamburger Casserole
This filling and tasty macaroni and hamburger casserole is quick and easy to make
Makes 2-3 servings.
Stove: 20 min Oven 35 min Stand: 5 min
Ingredients
- 1 c (4 oz) macaroni pieces
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 8 oz lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 c canned tomatoes
- 1/2 cup finely shredded carrots
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste or ketchup
- 2 tbsp crushed potato chips (optional)
Directions
Oven and Casserole Dish
- Preheat the oven to 350°F
- Lightly oil a 6-quart casserole dish
the Pasta
- Cook the macaroni in 6 to 8 cups boiling salted water, for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Drain the pasta, and rinse it with cold water.
Cook the Meat Mixture
- Meanwhile, in a large frying pan, heat the oil, over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef, and cook, stirring frequently, about 4 minutes
- Push the ground beef to the side of the pan
- Add the onion, and cook until transparent, about 4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, and cook for 1 more minute
- Remove the pan from the heat
Cook the Casserole
- Add the drained macaroni, and all of the remaining ingredients, except the potato chips
- Mix well, and pour into the 6-cup casserole dish.
- (optional) Sprinkle with crushed potato chips .
- Bake for 35 minutes, then let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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Macaroni and Hamburger Casserole
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