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.
🧀 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
🛒 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
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook the pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. - 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. - 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.
- Assemble the casserole
Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Spread evenly. - Add the topping
Sprinkle the Colby Jack cheese generously over the top. - Bake
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is fully melted. - Serve & enjoy
Let it cool for a few minutes, then dig in 😋
🔥 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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