Double Cheese Hamburger Casserole
Indulge in comfort food at its finest with this hearty Double Cheese Hamburger Casserole! Packed with tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a robust tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, and Italian seasoning, this dish is layered with ooey-gooey cheddar and mozzarella cheese for the ultimate cheesy delight. Easy to assemble and baked to golden perfection, it's an ideal family dinner that delivers big on flavor while being simple enough for weeknight meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and serve this bubbly, crave-worthy casserole straight from the oven for smiles all around. Perfect for fans of baked pasta dishes, this recipe is a must-try for cheesy casserole lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set the pasta aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease if needed.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Mix the cooked macaroni into the meat sauce, stirring until well combined.
Transfer half of the meat and pasta mixture into a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Add the remaining meat and pasta mixture as the second layer. Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1081 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 601 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*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.
