Macaroni Supper Casserole

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A cheesy, savory baked pasta dish layered with spinach, cottage cheese, and rich tomato sauce
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Macaroni Supper Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 147.6

Description

This hearty Macaroni Supper Casserole is a comforting, home-style meal that brings together tender elbow macaroni, fresh spinach, and a rich blend of cottage cheese and cheddar. The dish features a savory tomato sauce base infused with garlic, onions, and sage, creating a robust flavor profile that is both satisfying and warming. Layers of pasta, creamy cheese mixture, and tangy tomato sauce bake together until golden and bubbly, offering a delightful contrast of textures. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this casserole is easy to prepare using pantry staples. It serves as a versatile main course that can be customized to your liking, making it a reliable favorite for any occasion.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ðF (200ðC).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions until tender. Drain in a colander and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, heat corn oil over medium heat. Add the pearl onions and crushed garlic clove. Sauté, stirring constantly, until the onions are almost tender, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the undrained tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon. Add the sugar, tomato paste, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Simmer for a few minutes to create a thick sauce.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until light. Stir in the cottage cheese, chopped spinach, 1/2 cup of the grated Cheddar cheese, ground sage, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well to combine.
  6. In an ungreased 13x9-inch baking dish, layer one-third of the tomato sauce, half of the cooked macaroni, one-third of the remaining Cheddar cheese, and half of the spinach-cheese mixture.
  7. Repeat the layers with the remaining macaroni, spinach mixture, and sauce. Spread the remaining tomato sauce over the top layer and sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese around the edges and center of the casserole.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the mixture is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 147.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.1g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.2g11%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 5.3g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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