Creamy Hamburger Bake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Hamburger Bake, a one-dish casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Featuring tender pasta coated in a rich and velvety mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, and flavorful diced tomatoes, this dish is elevated with savory ground beef, sautéed onions, and a hint of Italian seasoning. Topped with a generous layer of bubbly, golden cheddar cheese, every bite is a harmonious blend of creamy, cheesy, and hearty goodness. Ready in just under an hour and serving six, this easy-to-make casserole delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Whether you’re meal-prepping or feeding a crowd, this irresistible pasta bake is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Keywords: creamy hamburger bake, pasta casserole, cheesy ground beef recipe, comfort food dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., elbow macaroni or penne)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, drained)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 as needed butter or cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Season the beef mixture with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
While the beef cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, and drained diced tomatoes until smooth and creamy.
Combine the cooked pasta with the cream cheese mixture and mix until evenly coated.
Add the beef mixture to the pasta and toss gently to combine everything thoroughly.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Creamy Hamburger Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 306.7 g | 393% | |
| Saturated Fat | 168.8 g | 844% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 960 mg | 320% | |
| Sodium | 5852 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.5 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.8 g | ||
| Protein | 166.1 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2340 mg | 180% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2401 mg | 51% | |
*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.
