Description
Hearty Midwestern 4-ingredient hamburger casserole delivers comfort on a plate, blending simple pantry staples into a nostalgic family dinner. Savory beef, tender noodles, and creamy sauce promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta
- 10 ounces (283 grams) tomato soup
Cheese and Seasonings:
- 8 to 10 ounces (226 to 283 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate 350°F, preparing a cozy environment for the casserole’s transformation.
- Prepare pasta in boiling water until it reaches a tender yet firm consistency, then carefully drain and reserve.
- In a robust skillet, sauté ground beef over medium flame, infusing it with aromatic seasonings until it browns beautifully and releases excess moisture.
- Gently fold tomato soup into the seasoned meat, creating a rich and savory sauce that coats the beef thoroughly.
- Transfer the meat and soup mixture into a waiting baking vessel, nestling the previously cooked pasta within the layers.
- Generously sprinkle a portion of mozzarella cheese throughout the casserole, ensuring an even distribution of melty goodness.
- Crown the dish with the remaining cheese, creating a golden, tempting blanket across the surface.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, appetizing topping.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest momentarily before serving this comforting, hearty meal to eager diners.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier version of the casserole.
- Swap traditional pasta with whole wheat or gluten-free alternatives for dietary restrictions.
- Enhance flavor by adding diced onions or bell peppers during the beef browning stage for extra nutrition and taste complexity.
- Consider using low-sodium tomato soup to control salt intake and create a more balanced meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg