Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Bake
This is a recipe the whole family will enjoy..
…and it costs under $10 to make so it is easy on the hip pocket! A good way to fill up hungry tummies!
Method
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Heat a frypan to medium heat and fry the diced onion and garlic until soft.
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Add the 500 grams of beef mince and brown well.
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Once the mince is browned, add the Worcestershire sauce, herbs and the two tins of crushed tomatoes.
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Reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
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Meanwhile boil the macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until just tender. Drain well.
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In a large baking dish, spoon a layer of the mince mixture, then top with the noodles.
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Spoon the remaining mince mixture on top.
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Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for 15 minutes at 180 degrees or until the cheese is starting to brown.
Recipe Hints and Tips:
- Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Bake is suitable to freeze for up to three months.
- It can be kept covered in the fridge for up to four days.
- For something different, pop the mix into a pie, and top with pastry for a Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Pie.
- Beef Mince can be substituted for pork mince, turkey mince or chicken mince.
The preparation of this Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Bake couldn’t be easier, yet the dish packs a powerful taste punch!
This particular recipe is one that is great to create over the course of a holiday celebration as well as on an everyday basis. It is irresistible, loaded with cheese, and certain to win over a lot of people. This may be served at your Christmas meal, or you can bring it along for potlucks at your friends’ homes.
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