Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this hearty and flavorful Macaroni Hamburger One Dish Crock Pot Casserole! Packed with tender ground beef, perfectly cooked macaroni, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with savory spices like paprika and basil, this slow cooker meal is as easy as it is delicious. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and optionally garnished with fresh parsley, itβs the perfect all-in-one dinner for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With minimal prep time and the convenience of your crock pot, this casserole is a stress-free way to serve up a satisfying, crowd-pleasing dish. Discover how this simple recipe becomes an irresistible favorite with every creamy, cheesy bite!
In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain off any excess grease and transfer the beef to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, sautΓ© the diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the crock pot.
Add the uncooked macaroni pasta, canned diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir everything together until evenly combined.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours or on high heat for 2 hours. Stir once halfway through cooking to ensure the pasta cooks evenly.
During the last 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Cover and allow the cheese to melt completely.
Once the cheese has melted, turn off the crock pot. Let the casserole sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley for added color and flavor. Enjoy!
Calories |
3763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 156.8 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 511 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 7581 mg | 330% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 405.8 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.2 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.4 g | ||
| Protein | 191.5 g | 383% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1635 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 4944 mg | 105% | |
*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.