Description
Discover the perfect weeknight meal with this delightful Hamburger Casserole. Combining ground beef, pasta, vibrant vegetables, and melted cheese, this dish is sure to please the whole family. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s not only quick to prepare but also a warm, comforting choice for busy evenings. With its cheesy goodness and hearty flavors, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser every time. Pair it with a fresh salad or some garlic bread for an unforgettable 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
- 15 ounce can tomato sauce
- 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté olive oil with onions, carrots, and bell peppers until tender (about 8 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned while breaking it apart. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and seasonings; cook for another minute.
- Mix in tomato sauce and diced tomatoes followed by about one-third of the shredded cheddar cheese and cooked pasta.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg