CHEESY MACARONI AND BEEF CASSEROLE WITH THYME

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Cheesy Macaroni and Beef Casserole with Thyme image

Cheese, onions, ground beef, and macaroni baked with cherry tomatoes and fresh thyme. Simple and delicious.

Provided by amanda1432

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Noodles

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
½ pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons white wine
1 ½ cups milk
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place the macaroni in the pot, cook 9 to 11 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the ground beef and onion until beef is evenly brown and onion is tender. Stir in the wine, and continue cooking 1 minute. Mix in the milk, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Continue to cook and stir until heated through. Whisk the flour into the skillet, and gradually stir in 2 cups cheese until melted. Mix in the thyme and cherry tomatoes.
  • Stir the skillet mixture into the casserole dish with the macaroni. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Cook uncovered 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.4 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 77.3 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 588.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Ezekiel Kaluku
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This casserole is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and everyone will love it.


Adrian Kruger
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket.


Ryan Steele
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This casserole is so cheesy and comforting. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Allen Trice
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I'm not a big fan of thyme, so I substituted basil instead. It was still delicious.


Ali Rashid
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I love that this casserole can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Mano Doll
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese.


Ms Subeda
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The casserole was a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more salt and pepper next time.


Kaye Potter
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I made this casserole for my picky kids and they loved it! It's a keeper.


Daihatsu Trevis
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This is my new favorite casserole recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Prince Ntuli
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I wasn't sure about the thyme, but it really added a nice flavor to the casserole.


Fatima Katona
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The casserole was a little dry for my taste. I think I'll add some more milk next time.


xxjust.another.idiotxx
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I added some chopped broccoli to the casserole and it was delicious. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Faith Tyler
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I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out perfectly. It was cheesy, beefy, and thyme-y.


SK GAMING
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This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Chudhary Hamza
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this casserole changed my mind. It was so cheesy and flavorful.


Ewald Maro
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This recipe is easy to follow and the casserole turned out great. I will definitely be making it again.


Esmat Ullah Aria
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Geo Geo
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The cheesy macaroni and beef were perfectly cooked, and the thyme added a delicious flavor.