Savory Cheeseburger Casserole for a Cozy Night In
A delightful dish that combines the classic flavors of a cheeseburger into a comforting, easy-to-make casserole.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Pot
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef Lean ground beef for a balanced dish.
- 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
- 2-3 cloves Garlic Mince for flavor.
- 1 cup Elbow Macaroni Uncooked.
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
- 1 cup Milk Full-fat for richness.
- 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard For tangy flavor.
- 1/4 cup Ketchup For sweetness and acidity.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Preferably seasoned.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- In a separate pot, boil salted water and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, then drain.
- Reduce heat to low and add the cooked macaroni to the beef mixture.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, mustard, and ketchup, then pour over the beef and macaroni.
- Add 1.5 cups of cheddar cheese to the skillet and mix until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and breadcrumbs are golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider adding vegetables or different types of cheese for variations.