Description
Hearty hamburger supreme casserole delivers comfort through classic Midwestern flavors blending ground beef, creamy sauces, and tender noodles. Rich ingredients combine for a satisfying meal that will comfort hungry families around the dinner table.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Pasta and Cheese:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni (or other pasta)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook pasta until tender, ensuring it reaches al dente consistency, then drain completely and set aside.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small crumbles and cooking until fully browned and no pink remains.
- Drain any excess fat from the meat to reduce greasiness.
- Pour tomato sauce into the meat mixture, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes, melding the flavors together.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend sour cream and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy mixture.
- Fold the cooked pasta and seasoned beef into the creamy cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Transfer the combined mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and mozzarella over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly surface.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
- Serve hot directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- Customize meat options by substituting ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for healthier protein alternatives.
- Enhance flavor depth by adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or red wine while cooking the ground beef for a richer taste profile.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta and checking that all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep ahead by assembling the casserole earlier in the day and refrigerating, then baking when ready to serve for maximum convenience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg