The flavors of Minestrone in an overnight casserole!
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hours,
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mafalda pasta
- 1 (10 ounce) can cream of celery soup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes with basil and oregano, undrained
- 1 (16 ounce) can corn, undrained
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation:
In heavy skillet, brown ground beef with onion and garlic, stirring to break up meat. Drain well. Stir in remaining ingredients except for Parmesan cheese. Pour into 3 quart casserole, cover tightly, and refrigerate.When ready to eat, preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Bake casserole, covered, for about 55-60 minutes until hot. Uncover, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 10-15 minutes longer until bubbly. Serves 6

