Description
This One Pot Cheeseburger Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines all the flavors of a cheeseburger in an easy-to-make casserole. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
Remaining Ingredients:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup pickles, chopped (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and mustard powder; cook until fragrant.
- Cook Pasta: Add beef broth, tomatoes, macaroni, and ketchup. Simmer until pasta is tender.
- Melt Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until creamy.
- Finish and Serve: Top with pickles, parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra cheesiness, add more cheese before serving.
- Ground turkey can be used for a lighter option.
- To enhance tanginess, increase ketchup or add pickle juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
