Rafter Macaroni Box
Original source: K-Ruoka - Makaronilaatikko Koskenlaskijalla
Serves 4-5, 60-90 min
This is a beloved macaroni casserole recipe in Finland, due to the “Koskenlaskija” (translates as Rafter, lol) processed cheese, known for its rich and strong taste.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 400g
- Onion: 1 medium
- Tomato paste: 3 tbsp
- Oregano: 1 tbsp
- Water: 1.5l
- Beef broth cubes: 2
- Elbow macaroni: 400g
- Processed cheese (strong): 150g
- Black pepper
Preparation
- Start by peeling and finely chopping the onion.
- In a pan, brown the ground beef in its own fat, then add the onion and let them soften.
- Mix in the tomato paste, oregano, and black pepper for seasoning.
- Boil the water, dissolve the beef broth cubes in it, and add the macaroni and beef-onion mixture. Let it cook for about 6 minutes.
- Cut the processed cheese into small pieces and blend it into the macaroni until completely melted.
- Pour the mixture into an ovenproof dish and bake at 200°C for 45-60 minutes.