Husband's Delight

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with "Husband's Delight," a cozy, crowd-pleasing casserole that layers tender bowtie pasta, rich tomato meat sauce, and a creamy blend of cream cheese and sour cream, all topped with gooey, golden cheddar cheese. This hearty dish is a perfect weeknight dinner, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors that combine rustic simplicity with irresistible creaminess. Ready in just under an hour, this baked pasta recipe is easy to assemble, making it ideal for busy families or casual gatherings. Serve it with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal everyone will love. Whether you're treating a loved one or feeding a crowd, Husband's Delight is guaranteed to live up to its name! Keywords: Husband’s Delight recipe, baked pasta casserole, easy dinner ideas, creamy meat sauce casserole, cozy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium (diced) Onion
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 16 ounces Tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 ounces (dry) Bowtie pasta (or your pasta of choice)
• 8 ounces (softened) Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons (softened for greasing) Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with softened butter and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion, cooking until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Spread half of the cooked pasta evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 8

Layer half of the cream cheese mixture over the pasta, followed by half of the meat sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the layers: Add the remaining pasta, cream cheese mixture, meat sauce, and top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your comforting Husband's Delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2007.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4385.5

Total Fat 310.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 171.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 973.1mg	0%
Sodium 5709.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 46.3g
Protein 189.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 2319.0mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2182.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.1%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 21.1%