casserole italiano

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Jeannie Clarke
West Plains, MO

This recipe has been one of our family favorites for years. I love its versatility; if you have unexpected guests, just add more noodles. The original recipe actually called for 1 can of tomato soup, 1/2 soup can of water, and 1/2 tsp. oregano instead of the spaghetti sauce. I substituted once when I realized I didn't have soup but did have spaghetti sauce; either is delicious. Just add a salad and some garlic bread and you have an easy, delicious meal in less than an hour.

(1 rating)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For casserole italiano

  • 1 lb
    ground beef
  • 1/2
    medium onion, chopped
  • 1
    medium clove of garlic, minced
  • 1 jar
    canned spaghetti sauce
  • 2 c
    cooked wide noodles
  • 1
    generous pinch of dried basil (optional)
  • 1 c
    shredded cheese

How To Make casserole italiano

  • 1
    Brown the ground beef, onion and garlic, stirring frequently. Drain and place in a 1 1/2-qt casserole dish.
  • 2
    Add the basil and spaghetti sauce, and mix thoroughly. (You can add as much or as little of the sauce as you like to suit your own taste.)
  • 3
    Place the shredded cheese around edge. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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