Description
A hearty and cheesy one-pan meal combining the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with comforting pasta in a casserole form.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the beef mixture and stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add pickles or ketchup on top before serving for a more authentic cheeseburger flavor.
- This dish freezes well—just store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg