HAMBURGER CASSEROLE

Introduction:

Hamburger Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for a family dinner. It combines the flavors of ground beef, pasta, cheese, and a savory sauce into a satisfying one-pan meal. If you’re looking for a delicious and easy-to-make casserole, follow these steps to create your own classic Hamburger Casserole.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni or your favorite pasta shape
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed tomato soup
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles as it browns. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add Onions and Garlic:
   • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the cooked ground beef. Sauté for a few minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
4. Prepare the Pasta:
   • While the beef is cooking, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it’s just slightly undercooked (al dente). Drain and set aside.
5. Combine the Sauce Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, mix together the diced tomatoes (with their juice), condensed tomato soup, ketchup, water, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
6. Assemble the Casserole:
   • In the greased baking dish, layer half of the cooked pasta on the bottom.
   • Spread half of the ground beef and onion mixture over the pasta.
   • Pour half of the sauce mixture over the beef and pasta.
   • Sprinkle one cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the sauce.
   • Repeat the layers with the remaining pasta, beef, sauce, and cheese.

1. Bake:
   • Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through, and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
2. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to brown the cheese if desired.
   • Once out of the oven, let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley if you like before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Hamburger Casserole, a delicious and comforting meal that’s sure to satisfy your family’s taste buds. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized with your favorite ingredients like vegetables or spices.

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