Nostalgic Childhood Casserole
This Nostalgic Childhood Casserole Recipe brings back the warm taste of home with every creamy, cheesy bite. It’s the kind of meal that turns an ordinary evening into a cozy, family dinner full of memories and smiles.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Oven
Ingredients
Casserole Mixture
- 8 oz cooked pasta slightly undercooked to prevent mushiness
- 1 lb ground beef browned
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup cheddar cheese divided
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp butter for greasing and cooking
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking dish lightly with butter.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Add onions and garlic, stirring until fragrant.
- Mix the cooked beef with cream of mushroom soup, pasta, peas, and half the cheese.
- Pour the mixture into your baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with the remaining cheese and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving warm and creamy.
Notes
To avoid a mushy texture, slightly undercook the pasta before baking. Always season with salt and pepper to enhance the rich ingredients. Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.