Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your pasta according to the package directions, but stop two minutes early.
- While the pasta boils, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it is no longer pink.
- Drain any excess grease from the skillet, leaving just a teaspoon for flavor.
- Add the diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one additional minute until fragrant.
- Lower the heat to medium and stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix thoroughly.
- Let the sauce simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and toss it into the skillet with the meat sauce.
- Transfer the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- For a golden finish, broil the casserole for the last 2 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure to drain the fat after browning the meat to avoid a greasy casserole. Cook pasta to al dente as it will absorb moisture while baking.