Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Bake (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty casserole with ground beef, pasta, and cheese baked for a satisfying family meal.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Main Components
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450 g ground beef
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 cups (200 g) uncooked elbow macaroni
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1 can (410 g) diced tomatoes, drained
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1 can (227 g) tomato sauce
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1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
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120 g sour cream
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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480 ml water or beef broth
# How to Prepare:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C and lightly grease a 22 × 33 cm baking dish.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with onion and garlic until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat from the pan.
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Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the beef mixture. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
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In the prepared baking dish, combine uncooked macaroni, beef mixture, sour cream, and water or beef broth. Stir thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
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Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbling.
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Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes before portioning and serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Incorporate chopped bell peppers or mushrooms to enhance vegetable content.
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For a lighter dish, substitute beef with ground turkey or chicken.
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Gluten-free pasta alternatives may be used if required.