Easy Hot Dish

Hearty, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights, this Easy Hot Dish is a family-friendly casserole loaded with classic flavors. Made with savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, it's bound together with a creamy mixture of condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, and warm spices like paprika. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese, this satisfying dish bakes to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Ideal for feeding a crowd, this one-pan wonder is a breeze to prepare, with minimal prep time and ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen. Serve it as a complete meal, and watch your family come back for seconds! Perfect keywords: "easy casserole recipe," "hot dish dinner," "ground beef casserole," and "quick family meals."

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 3 cups cooked elbow macaroni
• 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing dish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef in the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the cooked beef, onion, and vegetable mixture to the bowl and mix until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Top with shredded cheddar cheese, spreading it out uniformly over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the dish is heated through.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Easy Hot Dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2367.1 grams (2367.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3785

Total Fat 196.40g	252%
Saturated Fat 97.80g	489%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 606mg	202%
Sodium 6452mg	281%
Total Carbohydrate 314.90g	115%
Dietary Fiber 29.30g	105%
Total Sugars 37.30g
Protein 195.20g	390%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 2225mg	171%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2821mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 33.1%