Description
A hearty and cheesy casserole featuring ground beef, BBQ sauce, corn, and pasta, topped with melted cheddar for a satisfying meal perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can corn kernels, drained
- 1 cup cooked pasta (penne or elbow)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef with diced onions, salt, and pepper over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, browned beef mixture, drained corn, BBQ sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is golden and melted on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use any short pasta like rotini or macaroni if penne or elbow aren’t available.
- For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This casserole can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
