Pedro’S Main Event

Servings: 12 Difficulty: Beginner
A hearty, cheesy casserole featuring ground beef, egg noodles, and melted cheddar
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This comforting “Main Event” is a classic American casserole that brings together tender egg noodles, savory seasoned ground beef, and a creamy blend of sharp cheddar cheese and corn. The addition of sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic provides a robust aromatic base, while black olives add a briny pop of flavor. It’s a one-dish meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. With its rich, cheesy topping and hearty filling, this dish offers a satisfying, home-style experience that everyone will love. It’s simple to assemble and bakes into a golden, bubbling centerpiece for your dinner table.

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Pedro’S Main Event

Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 12 Calories: 521.5

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This comforting "Main Event" is a classic American casserole that brings together tender egg noodles, savory seasoned ground beef, and a creamy blend of sharp cheddar cheese and corn. The addition of sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic provides a robust aromatic base, while black olives add a briny pop of flavor. It's a one-dish meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. With its rich, cheesy topping and hearty filling, this dish offers a satisfying, home-style experience that everyone will love. It's simple to assemble and bakes into a golden, bubbling centerpiece for your dinner table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked through.
  4. Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Stir in the chili seasoning mix, sliced mushrooms, and cook for another minute to combine flavors.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until tender. Drain well in a colander.
  6. Lightly grease a 3-quart casserole dish with oil. Place the drained noodles into the prepared dish.
  7. Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the noodles.
  8. Distribute the corn niblets and sliced black olives over the top of the beef mixture.
  9. Sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the entire casserole.
  10. Bake at 275°F (135°C) for 1 hour, or until the cheese is melted and the edges are bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 521.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.8g36%
Saturated Fat 9.1g46%
Cholesterol 172.5mg58%
Sodium 166.6mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 6.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 3.2g
Protein 64.4g129%

* 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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Keywords: american, casserole, beef, noodles, cheddar, comfort food, family dinner, baked, cheese, ground beef, olives, corn, mushrooms, easy dinner, hearty, savory, weeknight meal, onion, pepper, garlic
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