Recipes Macaroni-and-Beef Casserole 5.0 (1,562) 13 Reviews This hearty cumin-scented casserole has an irresistible cheesy-crisp topping. More Baked Pasta Recipes By Justin Chapple Justin Chapple Facebook Instagram Twitter Title: Culinary Director at Large, Food & WineLocation:New YorkExpertise: recipe development, cookbook writing.Experience: Originally from California, Justin Chapple studied classic culinary arts at the French Culinary Institute in New York City. After working as a line cook, Justin helped to produce the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen before joining the magazine's recipe test kitchen. He then moved into the role of culinary director-at-large and continues to host "Mad Genius Tips." Justin's first cookbook, Mad Genius Tips, is filled with expert hacks and delicious recipes from the video series. His second book, Just Cook It!, features built-to-be-easy recipes inspired by his California upbringing and his work as a professional recipe developer. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 12, 2021 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 45 mins Yield: 8 Ingredients 1 pound elbow macaroni 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for tossing 1 onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch dice 2 pounds ground beef 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour One 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup chopped parsley 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup panko (Japanese bread crumbs) 3 scallions, thinly sliced Directions Preheat the oven to 350°. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the macaroni until al dente. Drain well and transfer the macaroni to a bowl. Add a drizzle of olive oil and toss well. Meanwhile, in a large, deep skillet, heat the 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the ground beef and cumin and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned and any liquid has evaporated, about 8 minutes. Add the flour and cook until no floury taste remains. Stir in the tomatoes and stock and simmer until thickened, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the macaroni, cream, parsley and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a large ceramic baking dish about 2 inches deep. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese and panko on top. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes. Scatter the scallions on top and serve. © Alexandra Rowley Make Ahead The unbaked casserole can be refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature before baking. Rate it Print