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Cheeseburger Casserole

A quick and delicious cheeseburger casserole that brings the classic flavors of a cheeseburger into a comforting dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Lean ground beef works best.
  • 1 cup chopped onion Can use yellow or white onion.
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni Or your choice of pasta.
  • 2.5 cups beef broth Or chicken broth as a alternative.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with pepper jack for a spicy flavor.
  • 1 cup milk Whole milk preferred for creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup For classic burger flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Yellow mustard recommended.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust based on preference.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is cooked through and the onion is translucent. Drain the excess fat.
  2. Stir in the elbow macaroni, beef broth, milk, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil while stirring.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat and add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnishing with chopped green onions or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

Can be customized with various toppings, sides, and dietary adaptations. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2-3 months.