Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lbs ground sirloin
  • 3 garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1 large brown onion, finely chopped
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dry basil
  • 1 (10 ounce) package spinach fettuccine
  • 1 (4 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk

Method

  • NOTE: Extra lean ground beef may be used in place of ground sirloin.
  • Crumble ground beef into a wide frying pan over medium heat, cooking and stirring until browned.
  • Discard all excess fat and stir in garlic, onion, tomato sauce, and basil.
  • Reduce heat, cover loosely, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a 6- to 8-quart pan, cook pasta according to package directions, until just tender to bite - do not overcook.
  • Spoon meat mixture into a 9x12 casserole dish.
  • Top evenly with pasta.
  • Sprinkle cheddar cheese over pasta.
  • In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
  • Pour over the pasta using a knife to seperate pasta so it can drizzle down inside. (At this point you may cover and refrigerate for one day).
  • Bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes. If refrigerated, bake up to one hour.