Acadian Beef Casserole

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This is a hearty casserole with lots of veggies and topped with bread crumbs and cheddar...

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Steps

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Heat the oil in a large skilled and saute onion , garlic , carrot , celery and mushrooms for about 5 minutes until onion is golden.

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Add beef and cook stirring continuously until no longer red.

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Add tomato paste , diced tomatoes , sherry , salt , pepper , oregano , basil.

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Simmer uncovered for 1 1 / 2 hours.

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Cook macaroni and spinach as per package directions.

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Drain well and add to sauce.

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Heat oven to 350 degrees f.

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Place mixture in a 3 quart casserole dish.

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Top with bread cubes and cheddar cheese.

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Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.

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Serve sprinkled with parmesan cheese.

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Ingredients

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vegetable oil, onion, garlic, carrot, celery, ground chuck, mushroom caps, sherry wine, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, small shell pasta, frozen chopped spinach, bread, sharp cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese