This cozy family-style dish is packed with seasoned beef, tender potatoes, carrots, corn, and macaroni all baked together in a rich savory sauce. Perfect for cookouts, potlucks, or Sunday dinners!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (15 oz) brown gravy or beef stew gravy
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Aluminum foil for baking
Instructions
- Cook the beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease. - Prepare the vegetables
Add diced potatoes and carrots to the skillet. Stir for 5 minutes until slightly softened. - Make the sauce
Pour in beef broth, gravy, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes. - Combine everything
Stir in cooked macaroni and corn. Mix well until fully coated in the rich sauce. - Bake
Transfer mixture to a foil-lined baking dish or tray. Cover loosely with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes until bubbling and the potatoes are tender. - Serve hot
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with crusty bread or a fresh salad!
Tips
- Add shredded cheddar cheese on top for an extra comforting twist.
- You can swap ground beef for sausage or turkey.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day!