Jackpot Casserole

Get ready to hit the comfort food jackpot with this hearty and satisfying Jackpot Casserole! Packed with tender egg noodles, seasoned ground beef, vibrant red bell peppers, and sweet corn, this casserole layers on rich flavors with the addition of diced tomatoes, savory tomato sauce, and a perfect blend of Italian seasoning. Topped with a gooey, golden blanket of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, every bite is irresistibly cheesy and flavorful. With a quick 20-minute prep time, this family-friendly dinner is an easy weeknight winner, perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Serve it straight out of the oven with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness, and watch everyone come back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 12 oz egg noodles
• 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 8 oz tomato sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the noodles cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until it is fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

Stir in the diced red bell pepper, frozen corn, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture is well combined and heated through.

Step 6

In the prepared baking dish, spread half of the cooked egg noodles in an even layer. Top with half of the meat and vegetable mixture, then sprinkle with half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.

Step 7

Repeat the layers: the remaining egg noodles, remaining meat mixture, and the remaining cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2181.8 grams (2181.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3151

Total Fat 199.00g	255%
Saturated Fat 90.00g	450%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 670mg	223%
Sodium 5396mg	235%
Total Carbohydrate 176.40g	64%
Dietary Fiber 24.10g	86%
Total Sugars 40.10g
Protein 177.40g	355%

Vitamin D 0IU	2%
Calcium 2332mg	179%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 3079mg	66%

*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: 55.9%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 22.0%