Description
Hamburger Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly dish that combines the comforting elements of ground beef, pasta, and rich tomato sauce, all topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or friendly gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious vegetables. The blend of flavors and textures makes it a guaranteed hit among kids and adults alike. With just one dish to clean up, you can enjoy all the deliciousness without the hassle. Serve alongside a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion
- 2 large carrots
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic
- 15 ounce can tomato sauce
- 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onions, carrots, and bell peppers in olive oil until tender.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, browning until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Mix in minced garlic and seasonings until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, then combine with pasta and one-third of the cheese.
- Transfer to the baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for about 20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg