Cottage Cheese and Pasta Casserole
A comforting and nutritious casserole featuring creamy cottage cheese, pasta shells, and ground beef that is simple to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta shells Use large shells for better holding of the filling.
- 1 cup Cottage cheese Can use low-fat for a lighter option.
- 8 oz Cream cheese Can use low-fat cream cheese.
- 1 cup Sour cream Adds tanginess and creaminess.
- 24 oz Tomato sauce Use your favorite jar or homemade.
- 1 lb Ground beef Lean beef is recommended for a healthier option.
- 2 stalks Green onion Optional, adds color and crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, then drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and tomato sauce, then stir in the cooked ground beef and green onion.
- Fold in the cooked pasta shells until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Don't overcook the pasta; it should be al dente. Using high-quality tomato sauce enhances the flavor. If desired, let the casserole rest after baking for easier slicing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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