Poor Man Husband Casserole

Poor Man Husband Casserole is a cozy, wallet-friendly meal that’s been a staple in many homes for generations. Made with simple ingredients like ground beef, pasta, and a creamy tomato-based sauce, it’s the kind of hearty dish that brings comfort to the dinner table without breaking the bank.

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🧾 Ingredients Overview:

Ingredient	Quantity
Elbow Macaroni	2 cups
Ground Beef	1 lb
Onion (chopped)	1 medium
Garlic (minced)	3 cloves
Tomato Sauce	1 can (15 oz)
Diced Tomatoes (canned)	1 can (15 oz)
Worcestershire Sauce	1 tbsp
Dried Oregano	1 tsp
Dried Basil	1 tsp
Salt & Pepper	To taste
Shredded Cheddar Cheese	1 cup
Fresh Parsley (chopped)	For garnish

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👨‍🍳 Instructions:

Step 1: Cook the Pasta
Boil the elbow macaroni according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Brown the Beef
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully done. Drain off any excess grease.

Step 3: Sauté Onion & Garlic
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 4: Stir in Tomato Ingredients
Pour in the tomato sauce and canned diced tomatoes (with their juices). Stir to combine.

Step 5: Add Seasoning
Mix in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil, and salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer briefly so the flavors can blend.

Step 6: Preheat & Prep Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 7: First Layer
Spread half the cooked macaroni into the bottom of the dish. Top with half of the beef mixture, then spoon on half of the sauce.

Step 8: Repeat Layers
Add the remaining macaroni, followed by the rest of the beef and the remaining tomato sauce.

Step 9: Add the Cheese
Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 10: Bake
Place in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 11: Garnish & Serve
Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for color and freshness. Serve warm.