Mom's on Strike Casserole

Perfect for busy weeknights, "Mom's on Strike Casserole" is a hearty, family-friendly dish that combines comforting flavors with quick preparation. Packed with tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, vibrant frozen mixed vegetables, and melty cheddar cheese, this one-dish wonder is as satisfying as it is simple. Seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and a rich mix of tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, the casserole delivers a warm, homestyle flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, it’s an easy solution for when mom needs a well-deserved break. Serve this bubbling, cheesy dish fresh out of the oven and watch your family dive into this ultimate comfort food classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Elbow macaroni
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 14.5-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 8-ounce can Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for cooking)
• 4 quarts Water (for boiling pasta)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water (4 quarts) to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (undrained) and tomato sauce. Add the frozen mixed vegetables, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Combine the cooked macaroni with the beef and vegetable mixture, stirring well to coat everything evenly.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Spread it out evenly, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5583.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3025.2

Total Fat 169.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 511.0mg	0%
Sodium 4632.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 220.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.4g
Protein 160.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1476.2mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 2483.2mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 29.0%