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Easy Sloppy Joe Casserole Recipe

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This easy Sloppy Joe casserole recipe is a quick, comforting meal that combines savory ground beef, onions, Velveeta, and cheddar cheese, all mixed with penne pasta and Manwich sauce. The dish is baked to perfection, creating a cheesy, satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight dinner. Keywords: Sloppy Joe casserole, cheesy casserole, easy dinner recipes, ground beef recipes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • ½ cup diced onions
  • 1 (15.5 oz) can Manwich sauce
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • ¾ lb. uncooked penne pasta
  • 8 oz. Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Brown ground beef with diced onions in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in the Manwich sauce, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Add uncooked penne pasta and Velveeta cheese cubes. Stir well.
  • Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the pasta is fully cooked.
  • Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Add more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for added texture and flavor.
  • For extra heat, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes or use spicy Manwich sauce.
  • Can be prepared ahead and baked when ready to serve.

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