Hamburger Casserole
Indulge in the comforting goodness of hamburger casserole, a delightful dish that combines savory ground beef, vibrant veggies, and gooey cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan meal is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your pantry staples. With every bite, you’ll experience layers of flavor that will bring smiles to the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), diced
- 2 cups cooked pasta (elbow macaroni or rotini)
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and bell peppers until softened.
- Increase the heat and add ground beef; cook until browned and no pink remains.
- Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, and diced tomatoes with their juices.
- In a large bowl, combine the meat mixture with cooked pasta and toss to blend.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg