Description
Cheeseburger casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a hearty, baked dish. With layers of seasoned ground beef, tender pasta, and gooey cheddar cheese, it’s a delightful meal that brings families together around the table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy every bite of this cheesy goodness as it warms your heart and fills your home with irresistible aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened (3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, combine cooked elbow macaroni, ketchup, mustard, seasonings, and half of the cheddar cheese; mix well.
- Fold in the beef mixture until evenly combined.
- Pour into a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg