I'm posting this recipe after
preparing it only once, so you know it must be pretty good! This was very easy to prepare, and it was a big hit with my toddler
son, who loves pasta! This recipe comes from a cookbook I found in the bargain section at Barnes & Noble. It doesn't appear
to be available on-line, but you might find copies in the bargain section of your B&N store. The cookbook is called Favorite
Brand Name Best-Loved Casseroles . 1 lb. ground beef 1 can (11 1/8 oz.) Campbell's Condensed Italian Tomato Soup
1 can (10 3/4 oz.) Campbell's Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup 1 1/4 cups water 1 tsp. dried basil leaves, crushed
1/4 tsp. pepper 1/8 tsp. garlic powder or 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz.)
4 cups hot cooked medium shell macaroni (about 3 cups uncooked) Variation: Substitute 4 cups hot cooked elbow macaroni
(about 2 cups uncooked) for shell macaroni. Notes: I used regular Tomato soup and added about a teaspoon of Italian
seasoning. Also, I used 98% fat-free Cream of Mushroom soup, and low-fat mozzarella cheese, and the casserole turned out
great! In large skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef until browned, stirring to separate meat. Drain fat. Add
soups, water, basil, pepper, garlic powder or minced garlic, 1 cup cheese, and macaroni. Spoon into 2 quart shallow
baking dish. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or until hot. Stir. Sprinkle remaining cheese over beef mixture. Bake
5 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Makes 6 servings.
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