Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Hamburger Casserole. Loaded with savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and tender pasta, this dish is a heartwarming staple that brings the family together. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, it’s quick to make and adapts easily to your pantry staples. Just imagine the cheesy goodness bubbling away as it fills your home with a delightful aroma!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef with chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Stir in tomato sauce, beef broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with meat mixture and half of the cheddar cheese in a large bowl.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg