Get ready to indulge in comfort food at its finest with "Good Stuff Maynard," a hearty, cheesy casserole that’s perfect for feeding the family or a crowd. This savory dish combines tender ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic with creamy layers of elbow macaroni, cheddar cheese, and a rich sauce made from cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Topped with a buttery breadcrumb crust, this baked casserole boasts the ideal blend of gooey cheese, crispy topping, and robust flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying, oven-baked meal that's sure to please. Keywords: cheesy casserole, ground beef casserole, comfort food, baked macaroni, easy dinner recipe, breadcrumb topping.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute.
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, beaten eggs, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
Add the cooked macaroni to the mixing bowl and gently toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
Layer half of the macaroni mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the macaroni layer.
Top with the remaining macaroni mixture and spread evenly to cover.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
In a small bowl, mixbreadcrumbs with melted butter. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Allow the dish to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your 'Good Stuff Maynard'!
Serving size | 2252.8 grams (2252.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 4422 |
Total Fat 266.90g | 342% |
Saturated Fat 135.80g | 679% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g | |
Cholesterol 1123mg | 374% |
Sodium 6377mg | 277% |
Total Carbohydrate 319.70g | 116% |
Dietary Fiber 18.00g | 64% |
Total Sugars 36.00g | |
Protein 210.70g | 421% |
Vitamin D 179IU | 897% |
Calcium 2345mg | 180% |
Iron 19mg | 105% |
Potassium 2063mg | 44% |
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