Talerina

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Talerina recipe—a hearty baked pasta dish that brings bold flavor and simplicity to your dinner table. Featuring tender elbow macaroni, seasoned ground beef, and a savory blend of diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, and cumin, this casserole is perfectly satisfying and easy to prepare. Layered with melted cheddar cheese, Talerina delivers a rich, cheesy topping that’s impossible to resist. Ready in just under an hour, this family-friendly meal combines a quick stovetop prep with an effortless oven bake, making it the ideal weeknight dinner or potluck favorite. Serve it warm, pair it with a simple green salad, and savor a dish that's as comforting as it is delicious. Keywords: Talerina recipe, baked pasta, ground beef casserole, cheesy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 8 ounces of elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, dice 1 medium onion and 1 medium bell pepper.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat, if needed.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.

Step 5

Stir in 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes, 1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

Once the sauce has simmered, combine the drained pasta with the sauce mixture in the skillet. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 8

Transfer the pasta and sauce mixture to a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Talerina!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2570.9 grams (2570.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3189

Total Fat 184.40g	236%
Saturated Fat 85.70g	429%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.90g
Cholesterol 551mg	184%
Sodium 4690mg	204%
Total Carbohydrate 218.50g	79%
Dietary Fiber 20.30g	73%
Total Sugars 30.30g
Protein 172.20g	344%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1904mg	146%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 2408mg	51%

*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: 51.5%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 27.1%