Description
Woolworth’s Creole Macaroni is a comforting and flavorful baked pasta dish that will delight your taste buds and satisfy your hunger. This cheesy casserole combines hearty ground beef with vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the company of your guests while serving up this delicious meal. With its blend of spices and creamy texture, Woolworth’s Creole Macaroni is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 10 oz uncooked elbow macaroni
- (14.5 oz) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
- 8 oz tomato paste
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with onion, mushrooms, celery, and bell pepper for about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Blend together stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable stock, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in half of the cheddar cheese.
- In a baking dish, combine the meat mixture with cooked macaroni and pour the sauce over it; stir well. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg