Description
Cheesy Hamburger Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender pasta, savory ground beef, and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your preferences. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful blend of flavors that warms the heart and fills the stomach. Get ready to bring smiles around the dinner table with this crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
- Add chopped onions during the last few minutes of cooking until translucent.
- Stir in cooked pasta, diced tomatoes, beef broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer half of the mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese over it. Layer the remaining mixture followed by the rest of the cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg