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Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake

Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake: Quick Comfort for Busy Nights

Enjoy this Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake, a quick and comforting dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 medium Onion any variety including yellow or white
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced preferred
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce or canned tomato puree for a thicker base
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes undrained canned recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning fresh herbs like basil or oregano can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Pasta and Cheese Mix
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni or any short pasta
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • Mixing Bowl

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 over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes, until fully cooked.
  3. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until the onions are soft, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  6. Mix the drained macaroni with the beef mixture, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and sour cream.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, and spread evenly.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden brown.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving for easy slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with different proteins or add vegetables for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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