This Sloppy Joe Casserole takes all the beloved flavors of classic sloppy joes and transforms them into a convenient, family-friendly casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Ground beef simmers with onions, peppers, and that signature tangy-sweet sauce, then gets mixed with pasta and topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s comfort food at its finest—no messy sandwiches required, just pure satisfaction in every bite.
If you love this hearty, cheesy combination, you’ll also enjoy our Tamale Casserole with its similar ground beef appeal and crowd-pleasing format. For another pasta dish that brings bold, satisfying flavors to your table, try our Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole. It delivers that same comforting, one-dish convenience with a southwestern twist that families absolutely love.
Sloppy Joe Casserole
Sloppy Joe Casserole combines seasoned ground beef in tangy tomato sauce with pasta and melted cheddar cheese for a hearty, kid-friendly dinner.
4
servings30
minutes40
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kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
15 ounce can tomato sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups cooked pasta
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a large baking dish by lightly greasing it.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.
- Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and sauté until vegetables are soft.
- Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes so the flavors can meld together nicely.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly and ensure the pasta is coated.
- Transfer the beef and pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mixture to cover it completely.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving, to give the flavors time to settle.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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For hearty casseroles that feed the whole family, our Tamale Casserole and Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole deliver satisfying comfort with minimal cleanup. When you’re planning weeknight dinners, the Smothered Pork Chop and Scalloped Potato Casserole and Cheesy Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup bring bold, family-friendly flavors to your table. Need more beef favorites? Our Hamburger Steak in Creamy Dill Sauce and Italian Beef Sandwich offer that same hearty appeal with restaurant-quality taste.
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