Description
Hamburger Casserole is a comforting one-dish meal that brings together savory ground beef, creamy cheddar cheese, and tender pasta in a delightful bake. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable based on your favorite flavors. With each bite, you’ll experience the nostalgia of home-cooked meals while enjoying its rich, satisfying aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Mix in tomato sauce, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cooked pasta until well combined.
- Layer half the mixture in the baking dish, topped with half the cheese. Repeat layers and finish with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg