INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups uncooked noodles of choice 

• 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic

• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme

• 1 cup finely diced onion

• 1 pound Lane Legacy ground beef

• 2 Tablespoons flour

• 1 1/2 cup diced tomatoes 

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 4 oz mozzarella cheese, grated

• 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated

• 1/2 - 1 
teaspoon pepper 

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

​INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. 

2. In a saucepan, sauté the garlic and thyme, for about 1 minute in 2 tablespoons butter.

3. Add onions and continue cooking for a minute.

4. Add beef, salt, and pepper. Cook, until meat is browned.

5. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons flour over the beef mixture and cook for 1-2 min.

6. Add in the tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Throw in pasta and cream. Cook for another 2 min until the ingredients have been fully incorporated. 

7. Stir in more than half of the cheese (leave the rest to sprinkle on top)

8. Transfer to a greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese.

9. Bake, uncovered, at 350° F for about 20 -30 minutes or until casserole is heated through and top is slightly browned.

10. Remove and let rest for a few minutes, then serve!