Ohhh this is comfort food gold 😍 Cheap, filling, and dangerously good. Let’s clean it up into a clear, save-worthy recipe you can post or keep.
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🧀 Sloppy Joe Casserole (Easy & Budget-Friendly)
This Sloppy Joe Casserole is cheesy, hearty, and perfect for busy nights. It’s made with simple pantry staples and feeds a crowd without breaking the bank. Total comfort food vibes 🤤
⭐ Why You’ll Love It
• Super affordable
• Kid-friendly
• Cheesy and filling
• Great for leftovers
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🛒 Ingredients
• 1 box pasta (penne, bow tie, rotini, or any short pasta)
• 1 lb ground beef (hamburger meat)
• ½ onion, finely chopped
• 2 cans Sloppy Joe sauce
• (I used 1 regular + 1 thick & chunky for extra texture)
• 1 bag shredded Velveeta Original cheese
• 1 bag shredded Colby Jack cheese
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👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the chopped onion until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
3. Mix it all together
In a large bowl (or the pasta pot):
• Add cooked pasta
• Stir in both cans of Sloppy Joe sauce
• Add the cooked beef and onion
• Mix in the shredded Velveeta cheese
Stir until everything is well combined and cheesy.
4. Assemble the casserole
Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Spread evenly.
5. Add the topping
Sprinkle the Colby Jack cheese generously over the top.
6. Bake
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is fully melted.
7. Serve & enjoy
Let it cool for a few minutes, then dig in 😋
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🔥 Optional Add-Ins & Tips
• Add bell peppers for extra flavor
• Swap beef for ground turkey
• Sprinkle crispy onions on top before baking
• Serve with a simple salad or garlic bread
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