Description
This Easy Cheeseburger Casserole combines all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in an effortless baked dish. Ground beef, macaroni, and cheese come together with savory seasonings for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
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Main Casserole:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for sautéing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in ketchup, mustard, tomatoes, broth, macaroni. Simmer until pasta is slightly tender.
- Add Cheese: Stir in 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese and milk. Transfer to baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted. Let sit before serving.
Notes
- Top with diced pickles or burger sauce for extra flavor.
- Ground turkey or plant-based meat can be used as substitutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop + Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
