Cheesy Macaroni Hamburger Dish (Print Format)
A cozy baked dish combining ground beef, elbow macaroni, tomatoes, and melted cheeses.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat
01 -
1 lb ground beef
→ Pasta
02 -
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
03 -
1 medium onion, chopped
04 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Canned Goods
05 -
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 can (10.5 oz) condensed tomato soup
→ Dairy
07 -
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
08 -
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
09 -
½ cup sour cream
→ Seasonings
10 -
½ teaspoon paprika
11 -
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Oils
13 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
02 -
Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 -
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened and fragrant.
04 -
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
05 -
Stir in undrained diced tomatoes, condensed tomato soup, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes.
06 -
Add cooked macaroni and sour cream to the skillet. Stir until fully incorporated.
07 -
Transfer the beef and pasta mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Evenly top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
08 -
Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 -
Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
# Tips:
01 -
Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free. Ground turkey can substitute ground beef for a leaner option. Adding chopped spinach or bell peppers enhances its nutritional value. This dish freezes well and can be prepared in advance.