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Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake

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A comforting dish featuring ground beef, gooey cheeses, tender elbow macaroni, and zesty tomato sauce, perfect for family dinners and potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, draining any excess fat after cooking.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes to combine flavors.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, the beef mixture, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and sour cream. Ensure it is mixed well.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, making sure it’s evenly spread. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

For a lighter version, swap in ground turkey or omit dairy. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in the oven.
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