Sloppy Joe Casserole Dish (Printer-Friendly Version)
Savory beef, tender pasta, and creamy cheese combine in a cheesy, baked casserole with rich tomato flavors.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Proteins and Vegetables
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1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
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1/2 cup diced yellow onions
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1 cup corn (frozen or canned, drained)
→ Sauces and Liquids
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1 can (15.5 oz) Manwich sauce
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2 1/2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (undrained)
→ Pasta
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12 ounces uncooked farfalle pasta
→ Cheeses
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8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef for 2 minutes. Add diced onions and continue cooking for 5 minutes until beef is fully browned and onions are softened. Drain excess grease.
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Add Manwich sauce, chicken broth, and undrained diced tomatoes to the skillet. Bring to a gentle boil. Stir in uncooked farfalle pasta, cover, and simmer gently. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook until pasta is slightly more than al dente.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in corn. Top the mixture with cubed Velveeta cheese, cover, and allow cheese to melt. Stir gently until fully incorporated into a creamy sauce.
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Transfer mixture to a lightly greased 9x13 inch casserole dish. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. Cover and bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 15 minutes until bubbly. Remove cover and bake briefly to brown cheese lightly. Serve warm.
# Helpful Hints:
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To prevent a greasy casserole, be sure to drain excess fat from cooked ground beef.
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Stir the pasta occasionally while simmering to avoid sticking and ensure even cooking.
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Cover the dish while baking to thoroughly melt cheese before browning the top.
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This casserole freezes well; freeze before baking and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking.