Best Bresslin Pasta Casserole Cincinnati Style

This Best Bresslin Pasta Casserole Cincinnati Style recipe is a delightful twist on a classic pasta casserole. Made with Cincinnati-style chili, macaroni, and loads of cheese, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The flavors of the chili and cheese blend perfectly, creating a comforting and savory casserole that will satisfy any pasta lover. With a hint of spice and a whole lot of flavor, this Cincinnati-style pasta casserole is the ultimate comfort food. Try it for your next family gathering or potluck and watch it disappear!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 pound macaroni
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and greased a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, cinnamon, ground allspice, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
4. Add the tomato sauce, beef broth, and bay leaf to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. While the chili cooks, cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain well.
6. Remove the bay leaf from the chili and stir in the cooked macaroni. Mix well to combine.
7. Pour half of the chili macaroni mixture into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Repeat the layer with the remaining chili macaroni mixture and cheddar cheese.
8. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

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