Macaroni Casserole

Ingredients

• Gomiti pasta (curls) 20 oz
• Vegetable Oil 0 fl oz
• Onion 1 head
• Garlic 2 cloves
• Ground meat 20 oz
• Wheat Flour 2 spoons
• Canned Tomatoes (Pelati) 15 oz
• Sour Cream 5 oz
• Cheshire Cheese 5 oz
• Breadcrumbs 0 oz
• Paprika to taste
• Mild Chili Spice to taste
• Salt to taste
• Ground Black Pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Cook the pasta in salted water according to the package instructions. Drain the cooked pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta is boiling, chop the onion and garlic.

Step 3

Heat oil in a skillet and sauté the onion until translucent.

Step 4

Add the garlic and sauté, stirring, for another minute.

Step 5

Add the minced meat, salt, pepper, paprika, and chili. Cook, stirring, until the meat darkens.

Step 6

Add flour to the meat, stir, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the tomatoes and simmer over low heat for 10–15 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Grate the cheese using a coarse grater.

Step 9

Add the pasta, sour cream, and 2/3 of the cheese to the ground meat, and mix well.

Step 10

Transfer the pasta to a baking dish, sprinkle with the remaining cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake in the oven for 15–20 minutes at 390°F, until the casserole is topped with a golden crust.