Macaroni casserole with ground beef
6 servings
40 minutes
Pasta casserole with ground beef is a cozy dish of Russian cuisine that combines the rich flavors of meat, creamy béchamel sauce, and tender pasta. Its origin is linked to the traditions of home cooking where hostesses sought ways to make simple ingredients hearty and flavorful. The casserole has a soft texture with a crispy cheese crust that adds a special charm to each piece. The stewed meat with onions, tomatoes, and spices reveals a wealth of flavor, while the sauce unites all elements into a harmonious whole. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, especially in cooler weather. It is easy to prepare and delights with its rich taste, leaving a pleasant aftertaste of home warmth and comfort.
1
Boil the pasta until al dente.
- Pasta: 800 g
2
Fry the onion until soft, add the minced meat. After 5-10 minutes, add diced tomatoes (can be replaced with tomato paste or canned tomatoes). Add balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, mustard. Simmer for about 5 minutes, season with salt and spices to taste. Turn off the heat and let it cool.
- Onion: 2 pieces
- Ground beef: 500 g
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Balsamic vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Condiments and seasonings: to taste
3
We are making béchamel sauce. (The recipe can be found on the website). I added 2 eggs to the sauce.
- Bechamel sauce: 500 ml
4
Grease the dish with oil, layer half of the pasta, then the minced meat, and the remaining pasta. Pour the sauce over it. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 180-200 degrees. Five minutes before it's done, you can sprinkle grated cheese on top.
- Pasta: 800 g
- Ground beef: 500 g
5
Leave for about 30 minutes, cut into portions. And lick our fingers!))