Beef and Noodle Casserole-Johnny Mosetti-“frojos”

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 0
Beef and Noodle Casserole recipe with Johnny Mosetti's frojos
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
1 onion , diced
4 celery ribs , diced
1 bell pepper , diced ( small pepper )
1 can tomato sauce
1 can condensed tomato soup , undiluted
1 package wide egg noodles
2 cups cheddar cheese , shredded ( or more ! )
1 jar pimento-stuffed green olives , sliced
salt and pepper ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
654
Sugar
6g
Fat
43g
Beef and Noodle Casserole-Johnny Mosetti-'frojos' is a classic American dish that is perfect for a comforting family dinner. This casserole is made with ground beef, wide egg noodles, diced onions, celery, and bell pepper all cooked together in tomato sauce and tomato soup. Topped with grated cheddar cheese and sliced olives, this casserole is a crowd favorite and a sure-win when it comes to pleasing everyone around the dinner table. Known also as Johnny Marzetti, this dish has a longer history than most casseroles and was originally created in the 1920s by Teresa Marzetti in Columbus, Ohio, for her restaurant. Her family still uses a secret recipe and has been serving the dish in their Columbus restaurant for over 60 years.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Cook egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3.In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
4.Add diced onions, celery and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender.
5.Stir in the tomato sauce and condensed tomato soup.
6.Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and stir until well combined.
7.Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish and cover with grated cheddar cheese and sliced olives.
8.Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9.Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

A hearty and satisfying casserole that is perfect for feeding a crowd.

Can be made ahead of time and reheated.

CONS

The recipe calls for adding salt and pepper as optional ingredients and can make the dish salty and spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein that helps to build muscle and support bone health. It also contains iron and vitamin B12, which are important for maintaining energy levels and overall health. However, this dish should be enjoyed in moderation as it is high in calories and fat.

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