READY IN 40 mins

Chili Casserole

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"A simple casserole with a little zing! The zing comes from the taco sauce. This is a great dish for when you do not have much time to make dinner, but you want something that has substance and will fill you up! You can use any kind of cheese on top." — sal

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute the beef and onion for 5 to 10 minutes, or until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain fat. Add the celery, chili, tomatoes, taco sauce and corn. Heat thoroughly, reduce heat to low and allow to simmer.
Meanwhile, prepare the noodles according to package directions. When cooked, place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the meat mixture over the noodles, stirring well. Top with the cheese.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until cheese is completely melted and bubbly.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 20 mins
READY IN 40 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Feb 21, 2007

This recipe really deserves 5 stars, but I altered it some! No celery, but did saute the onion w/meat. Used Mexican style stewed tomatoes, added a few shakes of chili powder, s&p, garlic & onion powder. I let it simmer and tasted. Needed something, so used 1 beef bouillon cube to 1/2 cup water and let it simmer a little bit longer. PERFECT!!! Also I used the spiral noodles (Rotini) in the bottom of the casserole (cooked very aldente), then the chili mix and put plenty of cheese over the top. I baked 10 minutes covered and another 10 uncovered. My family devoured it, thank you so much for such a great recipe!

—HEART2HEART

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 28, 2006

I give this 3 stars as written, because it was pretty boring until I made a few adjustments. First of all, I added some garlic powder, cumin, hot sauce, a splash of lime juice, and s&p. I used more cheese, and topped it with some roughly crushed Ranch-flavored chips. This was an unbelievably easy and very tasty meal. I would definitely make this again. Thanks, Sarah!

—Caroline C

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58 Ratings

Mar 11, 2003

Even my finicky daughter liked this!

—SWEETSUEAL

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Oct 02, 2006

This recipe is so mch better than I expected. I made a few changes: I cooked the ground beef with taco seasoning rather than using taco sauce, I omitted the celery, used chili with beans, and used frozen corn rather than tinned. Very hearty!

—DITTYBEAR

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Aug 23, 2005

I'd leave out the celery(it added nothing) and add even more cheese. It was really good and both my kids and hubby liked it! I used fresh garden tomaotes, which I feel added to the flavor. Even better days later as a leftover.

—Leanne

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Jul 23, 2003

GREAT dinner idea!! We loved this. I don't care for egg noodles so I used shell noodles instead an increased the taco sauce (we used mild) to 3/4 cup to make it creamier. It tastes just as it was named...like chili...casserole style. Thanks Sarah for this easy and tasty dish. Will be making this again!

—DREGINEK

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May 15, 2007

My family really liked this. I added tace seasoning to the meat and added 2 cups of cheese.

—BMCNICHOL

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Oct 27, 2003

This recipe was easy and very yummy!! I would put extra cheese in mixed in the casserole. I served it with a dollup (sp?) of sour cream on each serving and with corn bread. I have recommended this recipe to several of my friends. thanks Sarah, Nicole

—NTHIBAULT

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Nutrition

Calories
671 kcal
34%

Carbohydrates
52.3 g
17%

Cholesterol
145 mg
48%

Fat
37.7 g
58%

Fiber
6.8 g
27%

Protein
31.9 g
64%

Sodium
843 mg
34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Chili Casserole

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 671
Calories from Fat: 339

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37.7g 58 %
** Saturated Fat 15.4g 77 %
Cholesterol 145mg 48 %
Sodium 843mg 34 %
** Potassium 897mg 25 %
Total Carbohydrates 52.3g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 6.8g 27 %
Protein 31.9g 64 %
Sugars 7g
Vitamin A 24 %
Vitamin C 24 %
Calcium 16 %
Iron 78 %
** Thiamin 51 %
** Niacin 117 %
** Vitamin B6 32 %
** Magnesium 32 %
** Folate 84 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.