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Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake

Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake: Family Comfort in 30 Minutes

Enjoy the Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake, a delicious blend of ground beef, creamy pasta, and melty cheese perfect for family meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 Onion diced, can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce or marinara sauce
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes can use fresh tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning pizza seasoning can be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper omit if milder flavor is desired
For the Pasta and Cheese
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni any pasta shape can work
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack is a good substitute
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can use more Cheddar or a cheese blend
  • ½ cup Sour Cream can substitute with plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add 1 pound of ground beef. Brown the meat for about 5-7 minutes until it's well-cooked and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula. Once done, drain any excess fat.
  2. Add one diced onion and two cloves of minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir together and cook for 2-3 minutes until soft.
  3. Incorporate 15 ounces of tomato sauce, one can of diced tomatoes, and a tablespoon of Italian seasoning into the beef mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and prepare 2 cups of elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, then drain.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained macaroni with the beef mixture, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and ½ cup of sour cream. Mix thoroughly.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Transfer half of the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, top with half the remaining cheese, followed by the rest of the meat mixture and the final layer of cheese.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1casserole servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or spices for added flavor.

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