Sloppy Joe Casserole

1.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a large baking dish by lightly greasing it.

2.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.

3.

Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and sauté until vegetables are soft.

4.

Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.

5.

Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes so the flavors can meld together nicely.

6.

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly and ensure the pasta is coated.

7.

Transfer the beef and pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly across the bottom.

8.

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mixture to cover it completely.

9.

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

10.

Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving, to give the flavors time to settle.