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Marzetti

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This comforting Marzetti-style casserole is a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together entirely in the microwave. It features a savory mixture of lean ground beef, onions, and green peppers seasoned with garlic salt, served over tender egg noodles. The dish is topped with tomato sauce, mushrooms, and a generous layer of Swiss cheese that melts into a gooey, delicious blanket. It's the perfect blend of textures and flavors, offering a hearty, home-style meal without the fuss of stovetop cooking or oven heating.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 1119.2
Description
This comforting Marzetti-style casserole is a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together entirely in the microwave. It features a savory mixture of lean ground beef, onions, and green peppers seasoned with garlic salt, served over tender egg noodles. The dish is topped with tomato sauce, mushrooms, and a generous layer of Swiss cheese that melts into a gooey, delicious blanket. It's the perfect blend of textures and flavors, offering a hearty, home-style meal without the fuss of stovetop cooking or oven heating.
Ingredients
  • 5 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Salt
  • 3 cup Uncooked egg noodles
  • 1/4 cup Butter or margarine
  • 1 cup Fine dry bread crumbs
  • 1 pound Lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup Finely chopped green pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 cup Grated Swiss cheese
  • 8 ounce Can tomato sauce
  • 4 ounce Mushroom stems & pieces
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large microwave-safe casserole dish, combine the water, salt, and uncooked egg noodles.
  2. 2
    Cover the dish and microwave for 12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  3. 3
    Carefully drain the noodles and set them aside in the same dish or a clean one.
  4. 4
    In a separate large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter or margarine in the microwave for 30 seconds.
  5. 5
    Stir in the fine dry bread crumbs and microwave uncovered for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, or until the crumbs are golden brown.
  6. 6
    Add the lean ground beef to the bread crumb mixture and mix well to combine.
  7. 7
    Microwave the meat mixture uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up the meat, until it is browned.
  8. 8
    Stir in the chopped onion, chopped green pepper, garlic salt, salt, and pepper.
  9. 9
    Microwave the meat and vegetable mixture uncovered for 2 minutes to cook the vegetables.
  10. 10
    Layer the cooked noodles in the bottom of a microwave-safe serving dish.
  11. 11
    Spread the meat mixture evenly over the noodles.
  12. 12
    Sprinkle the grated Swiss cheese over the meat layer.
  13. 13
    Spoon the tomato sauce over the cheese.
  14. 14
    Top with the mushroom stems and pieces.
  15. 15
    Microwave uncovered for 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dish is heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1119.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 53.7g83%
Saturated Fat 21.8g110%
Cholesterol 170.3mg57%
Sodium 2170.4mg91%
Total Carbohydrate 91.8g31%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g44%
Sugars 12.3g
Protein 70.5g141%

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

Note

Ensure all cookware used is microwave-safe and non-metallic.

Microwave power levels vary; adjust cooking times accordingly if your microwave runs hotter or cooler.

For a crispier topping, you can broil the casserole in the oven for the last 2-3 minutes after microwaving.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave until hot.

You can substitute Swiss cheese with cheddar or mozzarella if preferred.

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