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Oven Baked 4 Ingredient Sloppy Joe Pasta

A quick and delicious family dinner that combines the flavors of sloppy joes with hearty pasta, all made with just four main ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 12 ounces rotini pasta Any bite-sized pasta will work
  • 1 15 ounce can sloppy joe sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Try using mozzarella or pepper jack for variation

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish or line with foil.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini until just al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the sloppy joe sauce into the cooked ground beef and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, mixing in half of the shredded cheese until evenly coated.
Baking
  1. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Top with the remaining cheese.
  2. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
  3. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve hot from the oven, ideally paired with a side salad or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days in the fridge, or freeze for longer storage.