Lasagna Casserole: Disconnect to Reconnect

If you’ve been following my blog for any time, then you’ve more than likely heard my speech about the importance of home-cooked meals and getting your family to the table. So, when I heard about J.M. Smucker Company’s new Disconnect to Reconnect initiative, I knew I had to be a part of it. The truth is, we are ALL so consumed with screens these days – be they screens on televisions, tablets, smart phones, etc. I grew up having dinner with my family nearly every night. It was a time for us to chat about our days and connect as a family. Today’s screen distractions prevent folks from reconnecting and keep us each engrossed in our own little worlds. I challenge you to set aside one night every week to sit down as a family for a home-cooked meal without any distractions. Turn off the electronics and just be a family. Disconnect to Reconnect.

Take the pledge!

This delicious and easy recipe for Lasagna Casserole has all the great flavor of the classic dish, but without all the work. It’s a great, hearty recipe that will help you get supper on the table quickly so you can disconnect to reconnect. {Keep scrolling for the giveaway!}

Rating: 51

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 cups wide egg noodles
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
• 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (24-ounce) jar pasta sauce
• salt
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cook the noodles according to the package directions.

Brown the ground beef with the onion and drain well.

Drain the noodles and return them to the pot. Stir in the evaporated milk and the cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese has melted. Pour the noodles into a 9x13-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.

Return the ground beef to the pan over low heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant (2 to 3 minutes). Add the pasta sauce and add salt to taste. Pour the meat sauce over the noodles and top with the shredded cheese. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Now for the giveaway!

One of my most favorite quick and easy supper ideas is to have brinner – breakfast for dinner! Now, the folks at J.M. Smucker are offering up this incredible Breakfast for Dinner prize pack that includes a griddle, a load of amazing products, utensils, and more! To enter, simply leave a comment below with your favorite quick and easy dinner idea. You can earn an extra entry by taking the pledge and then leaving an additional comment saying that you did. You have through May 12th at midnight to enter.

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