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Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake

Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake is the ultimate comfort food that delights with hearty ingredients and cheesy goodness, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Can substitute with any short pasta.
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh preferred, garlic powder works in a pinch.
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce Consider using homemade sauce.
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes Both canned and fresh options work.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Can substitute with dried basil and oregano.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can use Monterey Jack or Colby as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Provolone is an optional swap.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthy substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese For topping.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft and translucent.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Cook the elbow macaroni in salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
  6. In a large bowl, combine drained macaroni, beef mixture, shredded cheeses, and sour cream. Stir until well mixed.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or toppings for added flavor and nutrition.

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