Cattle Drive Casserole Delight Recipe
A hearty and flavorful casserole featuring ground beef, black beans, and macaroni, topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can 15 oz sweet corn, drained
- 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream optional, for serving
- Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until browned.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, macaroni, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cover. Cook for about 10 minutes until macaroni is tender.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro.
Notes
Serve with sour cream and cilantro for added flavor.