Description
A comforting and delicious cheesy hamburger casserole blends ground beef, macaroni, and cheese for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni, diced tomatoes (including juice), and beef broth; mix thoroughly.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs; bring to a gentle boil before reducing the heat to low.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheese until melted.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
Consider adding bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor. Garnish with fresh herbs for added brightness.