Sloppy Joe Casserole Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
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1 small onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
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1/2 cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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3 cups cooked pasta (elbow macaroni or penne)
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
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1 cup crushed crackers or French fried onions (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
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Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta and the sloppy joe beef mixture. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. If desired, sprinkle crushed crackers or French fried onions on top for extra crunch.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.