Reviewed: Jul. 24, 2006

I changed this recipe quite drastically because as is it just seemed a little too blah. I was in the mood for chili so I added half of a green pepper, increased the tomato sauce to 2 cans and added 2 cans of stewed tomatoes. Then I added about 2 or 3 tablespoons of chili powder and a little cayenne. Used shell pasta because it’s what I had. It still seemed to be missing something so I sprinkled on some celery salt and that did the trick. Topped with shredded cheddar and everyone loved it.

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AINSLEYSMOM

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Bismarck, North Dakota, USA

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Reviewed: Jul. 22, 2006

This was a quick, tasty dish. I did add Italian seasonings and chedar cheese.

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Reviewed: Jul. 14, 2006

I love this recipe, I make it all the time. A this point I don't really measure anything anymore, I just kind of eyeball it. My neice and nephew are very picky eaters and they love it. All the rest of my family loves it too. I always add a handful of cheddar cheese when I add all the other ingredients, and I top mine with cheese. I also use minced onions and I add salt and pepper to the meat and when I add everything else. Sooooo good the day after also.

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Reviewed: Jul. 13, 2006

I really want to give this recipe 4 stars because of it's simplicity and the fact that it is a good 'base,' but it's very bland for my own tastes. Especially if you're using tomato sauce from the can, spices need to be added or else it has that 'metalic' taste to it. I browned my beef with the recommended amount of onion and added some diced green pepper and minced garlic. I also left out the corn. Then I added more garlic powder, sea salt, pepper, an Italian seasoning bland (about a teaspoon), paprika, and a few pinches of sugar. Then I added the cooked pasta (used shells, and way more than the half cup), and added fresh diced tomatoes. I let that simmer for about five minutes then transferred the mixture to a baking dish and topped with large tomato slices and mozzarella cheese. I baked it at 350 for about 25 minutes. Turned out great this way.

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Trish

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Living In: Kansas City, Missouri, USA

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Reviewed: Jul. 8, 2006

My mom used to make this only she called it Italian Delight. I was just telling my husband about it saying he'd love it. I'll make it for supper on Sunday. Yum

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VALVEETA

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Burbank, California, USA

Living In: Walla Walla, Washington, USA

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Reviewed: Jun. 27, 2006

This tasted good and was quick and easy. I think I should have added more seasoning because it was a little bland.

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rbella

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Houston, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Jun. 11, 2006

when i cooked this i followed the recipe exactly, it was good and i'll make it again but next time ill put more salt and pepper and more garlic powder or possibly fresh garlic

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josh

Cooking Level: Beginning

Home Town: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Living In: Johnson City, Tennessee, USA

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Reviewed: Jun. 7, 2006

I've made this meal yesterday. I did add sharp cheddar cheese on top like others had suggested and I added a bit of oregano. My husband and I loved it, it made the house smell lovely too. It makes great leftovers. Will add this to my repertoire.

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Reviewed: Jun. 6, 2006

I really liked this recipe however we are allergic to wheat so I had to modify the ingredients. I boiled large sliced of red potatoes until they were soft and put the beef mix on top. Then I layered with cheese and baked on 350 for 10 minutes. My kids loved this! They said it was great! I added a little more seasoning and some paste to thicken the mix. Also, we used sour cream once we got it on our plates at the table. YUMMY! If your allergic to wheat, try yams or red potatoes!

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aduran

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Reviewed: Apr. 29, 2006

I found this recipe very bland.You really had to add a lot of spices to make it have any taste.

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Cooking Level: Beginning

Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Living In: Mill City, Oregon, USA

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Reviewed: Apr. 25, 2006

This is a good dish. I did add more noodles (penne) and some chedder cheese. It was really good and cheesy. The kids really loved this dish. I will make this again.

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Longview, Washington, USA

Living In: Oceanside, California, USA

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Reviewed: Apr. 25, 2006

This is easy to prepare but has hardly any taste at all. Needs a huge injection of herbs, garlic, chilli, parmesan cheese etc... way too bland as is!

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Hot Chilli

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Living In: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Reviewed: Apr. 13, 2006

This was a very good and filling recipe with plenty of leftovers for lunch. I added shredded cheddar cheese topping to it and it added a little something!

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Reviewed: Apr. 8, 2006

Kids loved it

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Michael

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Stockton, California, USA

Living In: Italy, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 28, 2006

This was okay. The kids enjoyed it because of the noodles, I enjoyed it because it was fast and easy.

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Jenny

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: San Jose, California, USA

Living In: Riverside, California, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 18, 2006

This recipe is pretty good. I liked it. I added some parsley and basil. It does need a little more seasonings

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FeLiCiA

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Lakeland, Florida, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 6, 2006

Great recipe when cooking for a large family. I did make some minor changes, but overall a fairly simple to make tasty meal.

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Bronx, New York, USA

Living In: Danbury, Connecticut, USA

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Reviewed: Feb. 27, 2006

We really liked this dish. I used sausage instead of hamburger, because that was all I had. My kids loved it.

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Eaton, Indiana, USA

Living In: Farmland, Indiana, USA

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Reviewed: Feb. 26, 2006

We just made this last night, and it was really good and very quick. I did make changes though. I didn't have ground beef, so I used ground pork. I used Sun Dried Tomatoe Sauce (as it already has big chunks of tomatoe in it, so I wouldn't have to use the stewed tomatoes) I added purple onion (becauce I find them sweet and flavorful) I also used a few dashs of Franks Red Hot Chicken Wing Sauce, a few Tblp Brown Sugar, and a few dashs of Black Bean sauce, as well as lots of garlic. Basically I made my usual Spahgetti sauce. (I didn't use any corn because that sounds a little strange to me!) I used Rotini instead of maccaroni, because I find that the sauce sticks better to it. I then assembled it like a casserole. A layer of cooked pasta, half the meat sauce, a layer of grated aged cheddar cheese, repeat. I then baked it at 350 for about 25 mins, till it was all hot and bubbly and melted. Very yummy!!! We had it with ceasar salad, and fresh french bread. Mmmmm! My boyfriend had 3 helpings and ended up moaning on the couch, uncomfortably full. *LoL* I'll deffinetly make it again.

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