Tuesday, October 11, 2011

30 min dinner: Chuckwagon Casserole

I found this one-skillet recipe a couple of years ago on a website, but I tweaked it to meet my limited budget and still fill up my family.

1/2 lb. ground beef or turkey
1/2 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped (optional)
1 carrot, chopped (optional - I like to "hide" veggies ^.^)
1 c. any BBQ sauce
2 c. beef broth
2 c. pasta (wagon wheels are cute, but I usually use plain-Jane macaroni)
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese

Brown ground beef and veggies together on medium heat (at least 10 mins).  Drain.  Add BBQ sauce, beef broth, and pasta.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 mins or until pasta is tender.  Remove lid and allow it to set for 5 mins. or until sauce thickens.  Serve and top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Serves 4.  Total price: around $4

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