BEEFY MAC

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This is a favorite recipe that is similiar in taste to lasagna. I like to use fresh basil and fresh garden onions and peppers. It's very easy to make and it makes a large 9x13 pan which is great to take to a potluck or feed several family members.

Provided by Donna Brown

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 box elbow macaroni (i use whole wheat)
1 - 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef or ground turkey
1 lg. or 2 smaller cans crushed tomatoes (3 cups)
1/2 cup fresh chopped basil
1-2 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. cumin
garlic powder
chopped garlic
1 1/2 - 2 cups shredded monterrey jack or cheddar cheese, your choice
1 1/2 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 chopped onion (i like to use green onions with tops when i have them, so i'll use 3 or 4 of them, depending on size)
1 chopped bell pepper
olive oil, extra virgin
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brown meat in a bit of extra virgin olive oil, along with chopped onions, pepper and garlic; add tomatoes. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Spray 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray. Drain pasta, add to baking dish, pour meat mixture over while hot, add mozzarella cheese and some of the other cheese, about 1/2 of it. Mix well. Top with remainder of cheese. Bake until bubbly, about 10-15 minutes. When serving, top with more cheese, if desired. Serve with a salad and some garlic bread, if you like. It's really good left over, too.

psycho ut
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I love that this beefy mac is made with whole wheat pasta. It makes it a little healthier.


Selim selim
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This beefy mac is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a great dish to make for a crowd.


Agent Aura
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I love this beefy mac recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Ayodeji Opeyemi
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This beefy mac is so cheesy and delicious. It's the perfect dish for a special occasion.


Sfwrtd445
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I've made this beefy mac several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food.


Ibrahim Kabia
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This beefy mac is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and it always turns out delicious.


O. Brambila
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I love that this beefy mac is made with whole wheat pasta. It makes it a little healthier.


Abdulafridi Abdulafridi
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This beefy mac is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a great dish to make for a crowd.


Saddam Malik
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I made this beefy mac for my kids and they loved it. They said it was the best mac and cheese they've ever had.


Helen Sebhat
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This beefy mac is a family favorite. We make it all the time.


Kazim manuk
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I love this beefy mac recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Zhaunaya Watkins
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This beefy mac is so cheesy and delicious. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Candy Faze
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I made this beefy mac for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


Sheikh Mubashir
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This is the best beefy mac recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Ra ju
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I've made this beefy mac several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious.


Tebogo Makgoka
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This beefy mac is a total comfort food. It's cheesy, beefy, and oh-so-satisfying. I made it for my family last night and they loved it!