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Cheeseburger Pasta Casserole: Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

Delight in this cheesy Cheeseburger Pasta Casserole that blends hearty flavors, perfect for busy weeknights. A satisfying meal for all the family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 box short pasta elbow macaroni or shells
For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can canned diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 cup beef broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook the short pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and sauté the onion for 5-7 minutes until softened, then drain excess grease.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Mix in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder; let simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in milk and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Combine the cooked pasta with the meat mixture until well-coated.
  8. Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the casserole to rest helps the flavors settle and makes serving easier.

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