Description
Delight in the comforting flavors of Hamburger Casserole, a hearty dish that effortlessly combines ground beef, pasta, tangy tomato sauce, and gooey cheese. This family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, allowing you to whip up a satisfying meal in just 45 minutes. With a healthy dose of colorful vegetables mixed in, this casserole not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body. Serve it alongside a fresh salad and warm garlic bread for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 large carrots, chopped into ¼-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and bell peppers until tender (about 8 minutes).
- Push veggies aside and brown the ground beef in the skillet until fully cooked; drain excess grease.
- Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes; mix well.
- Remove from heat and stir in one-third of the cheese followed by the cooked pasta until combined.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg