Sloppy Joe Casserole

4.70 from 13 votes

Sloppy Joe Casserole

This Sloppy Joe Casserole brings all the saucy, cheesy, beefy goodness of a classic sloppy joe into a cozy, easy-to-make pasta bake, perfect for busy nights and family dinners.

Prep Time20

Cook Time25

Total Time45

Course: casserole, Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: sloppy joe casserole

Servings:

Calories: 492kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

8 ounces short pasta such as rotini, bowtie or penne
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion diced
1 medium bell pepper diced
1 pound ground beef
15 ounce tomato sauce 1 can
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cheddar cheese shredded

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While it's heating up, boil your pasta according to package directions but slightly undercook it. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until they start to soften.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart and cook until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and chili powder. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors together.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir it into the beef mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to your liking.
Transfer the beef and pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Pop the casserole into the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

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Notes

Pasta: Slightly undercook your pasta so it doesn’t turn mushy when baked. Short shapes like rotini, penne, or bowties work best.
Cheese: Sharp cheddar melts beautifully and gives great flavor, but you can mix it up with mozzarella or Colby Jack if you like.
Veggies: Feel free to add extra diced veggies (like mushrooms, carrots, or zucchini) with the onion and pepper for a little more hidden nutrition.
Freezing: Assemble the casserole but skip baking if freezing. Thaw overnight before baking fresh for best results.
Reheating Tip: If leftovers look a little dry, splash a tablespoon or two of beef broth or water over them before reheating to bring the sauce back to life.

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