Cheeseburger Casserole
Transform weeknight dinners with this irresistibly hearty Cheeseburger Casserole—a quick, crowd-pleasing dish that combines all the flavors of your favorite burger in comforting casserole form. Made with savory ground beef, sautéed onions, and a rich tomato-based sauce, this one-dish wonder is packed with tender elbow macaroni and topped with a generous layer of gooey, melted cheddar cheese. Simple pantry staples like ketchup, mustard, and beef broth enhance the classic cheeseburger taste, while optional garnishes like pickle slices and fresh parsley add a playful finishing touch. Ready in under an hour and perfect for feeding a hungry family, this easy cheeseburger casserole recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 14 oz can Canned diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Mustard
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Pickle slices, for garnish (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (including the liquid), ketchup, mustard, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet. Stir to ensure the pasta is evenly distributed and submerged in the liquid.
Pour the beef and pasta mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to prevent drying out.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Return the casserole to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with pickle slices and chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, cheesy, and flavorful cheeseburger casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 970 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 469 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
