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This Pasta Hamburger Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines pasta, ground beef, and savory cheeses. Perfect for a family dinner, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that guarantees satisfaction and deliciousness in every bite.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 skillet
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 colander
- 1 cutting board
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni uncooked
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained (14.5 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the elbow macaroni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the beef mixture, stirring well to combine.
- Transfer half of the pasta and beef mixture to the baking dish. Sprinkle half of the cheddar and mozzarella on top. Repeat with the remaining pasta mixture and cheeses.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture.
Make sure to drain the diced tomatoes well to avoid excess liquid in the casserole.
This dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking for up to 24 hours. Simply increase baking time if baking from cold.