Angel Beef Casserole

📝 Angel Beef Casserole Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 15 mins | 🍽️ Cook Time: 30 mins | 🍲 Servings: 6–8

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 8 oz angel hair pasta

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened

• 2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (or a mix)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic until beef is browned. Drain excess fat.

4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.

5. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and cream cheese until smooth.

6. In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish:

   • Layer half of the cooked pasta

   • Spread the cream cheese mixture over the pasta

   • Add the remaining pasta

   • Pour the beef mixture over the top

7. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.

8. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.

✅ Optional Add-ins:

• Chopped bell peppers or mushrooms with the beef

• A sprinkle of crushed red pepper for heat

• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish