This baseball casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines flavorful ground beef, tasty vegetables, and creamy cheese. It is the perfect comfort food for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is quick and easy to make. Serve it with a side salad or some crusty bread for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the frozen corn, frozen peas, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the skillet and mix well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the casserole.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!