Joe Bake (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup crushed crackers or crispy fried onions (optional)
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1 pound ground beef or turkey
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 green bell pepper, chopped into small bits
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1 can of tomato sauce (15 oz)
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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3 cups of any cooked pasta you like (macaroni or penne)
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1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cups shredded cheddar, used in two parts
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Salt and pepper, adjust to your taste
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Switch on your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch dish so nothing sticks.
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In a big pan, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned. Get rid of any extra fat. Toss in the chopped onion, diced bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes or until they soften up nicely.
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Mix in the tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Don’t forget the salt and pepper. Let it cook gently on low heat for about 5-10 minutes to blend the flavors.
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Stir the beef mixture into the pasta in a big bowl. Mix in a cup of shredded cheddar. Spread everything out evenly in your greased dish.
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Cover the casserole with the last cup of cheddar cheese. Add crushed crackers or fried onions if you want an extra crunch.
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Bake everything in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. It’s done when the cheese is melted and bubbling.
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Take the dish out and let it sit for a few minutes before serving it up.