Best 6 Meaty Macaroni Bake Recipes

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If you're seeking a delightful and satisfying meal that combines hearty flavors, pasta, and a tantalizing blend of spices, then "Meaty Macaroni Bake" is the perfect dish for you. This classic comfort food is guaranteed to warm your heart and fill your belly with sheer delight as you dive into the rich, cheesy goodness of the macaroni, paired impeccably with juicy, tender meat, and a symphony of seasonings. Whether it's a cozy family dinner, a gathering with friends, or simply a treat for yourself, this delectable recipe is poised to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GROUND BEEF MACARONI CASSEROLE



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My mom often made this casserole when I was growing up, and it was one of my favorite meals. It tastes terrific with a salad and rolls. -Judy Hluchy, Mt. Prospect, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce
1 large egg
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce; heat through., Drain macaroni; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the egg, soup, milk, butter and parsley; pour over macaroni. Spoon beef mixture over top; sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 721mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

EASY BEEF MACARONI



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Make and share this Easy Beef Macaroni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by btleighton

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb lean ground beef
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans campbell's tomato soup
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 onion (optional)
1 bell pepper (optional)
1 pinch salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Place chopped onions, bell peppers, and ground beef in large skillet that has been sprayed with Pam. Cook until ground beef is well done.
  • 2. Cook elbow noodles in water for 9 minutes.
  • 3. Add both cans of tomato soup to the cooked and drained ground beef. Simmer until the noodles are cooked.
  • 4. Drain noodles and add to mix. Stir well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.1, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 916.5, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 13.1, Protein 30.3

MEATY MACARONI BAKE



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We go to lots of rodeos. This is an ideal casserole to make in the morning and pop into the oven when we get home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 cup water
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup canola oil
1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup soft bread crumbs
Additional mozzarella cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add the spaghetti sauce, water, tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., In a large bowl, combine the eggs, oil, macaroni, mushrooms, cheeses and bread crumbs. Spoon into a 3-qt. baking dish. Top with meat mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with additional mozzarella cheese if desired. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 810mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

RICH MACARONI AND TOMATO BAKE



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A quick and easy dish that everyone loves.

Provided by KYLIE ELIZABETH

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups macaroni
2 slices bacon, chopped
1 ½ cups pasta sauce
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 eggs, beaten
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup milk
1 pinch ground nutmeg
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Stir in pasta sauce, black pepper and cooked pasta. Spread mixture in prepared dish.
  • In a medium bowl, combine eggs, cream, milk and nutmeg and stir until smooth. Pour gently over macaroni mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella.
  • Bake in preheated oven 30 minutes, until set and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 203.1 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 665.9 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

MEATY MAC 'N' CHEESE



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My husband is disabled and requires constant care. This doesn't leave me a lot of time to cook, so I came up with this tasty way to beef up a box of macaroni and cheese. The hearty mixture gets extra flavor from corn, ripe olives and zippy salsa. -Charlotte Kremer, Pahrump, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese
1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 cups salsa
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 tablespoons diced pimientos
Shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped tomato

Steps:

  • Set aside cheese sauce mix from macaroni and cheese; cook macaroni according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the salsa, corn, olives and pimientos; cook until heated through. , Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture with contents of cheese sauce mix. Cook and stir until blended and heated through. Sprinkle with cheese and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 716mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

EASY PIZZA MACARONI BAKE



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What do you get when you combine macaroni and cheese with pizza fixings? An easy recipe when you have boxed mac and cheese. My kids' two favorite comfort foods combined.

Provided by BOBINIOWA

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (7.25 ounce) packages macaroni and cheese dinner mix (such as Kraft®)
6 cups water
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 (14 ounce) jar pizza sauce
1 (3.25 ounce) package sliced pepperoni
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Reserving cheese packets, cook macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and transfer macaroni to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle one reserved cheese packet over macaroni and top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, and bell pepper in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir remaining reserved cheese packet into beef; spread beef mixture over macaroni.
  • Pour pizza sauce over beef mixture and top with pepperoni slices and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle oregano and basil over cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Cholesterol 104.8 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 1434.9 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for high-quality ground beef, macaroni, and cheese.
  • Brown the ground beef well: This will help to develop flavor and prevent the beef from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of cheeses will give the macaroni and cheese a more complex flavor. Try using a sharp cheddar, a mild cheddar, and a Parmesan cheese.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni: Al dente macaroni is the best choice for this dish. Overcooked macaroni will become mushy and lose its texture.
  • Bake the macaroni and cheese until it is golden brown: This will give the dish a crispy, flavorful crust.

Conclusion:

This meaty macaroni bake is a hearty, flavorful meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious macaroni and cheese that your family and friends will love.

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