Cheesy Hamburger Noodle Casserole
Cheesy Hamburger Noodle Casserole is packed with savory beef, tender pasta, and a gooey blanket of melted cheese, this dish is sure to become a household favorite.
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 587kcal
Ingredients
- 16 ounces macaroni pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 2 minced cloves of garlic
- 14.5 ounces fire roasted tomatoes
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheddar
- 1 cup grated mozzarella
- Garnish: fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package, drain and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large saute pan with high sides, place the ground beef and break apart and cook over medium/low heat.
- Season with the cumin, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Chop the onion in small pieces and mince the garlic.
- Add the olive oil, onion and garlic to the beef and saute until onions turn soft.
- Add in the canned tomatoes and stir.
- Add in the cooked pasta, heavy cream and ½ c of the cheddar and mozzarella.
- Stir well to coat the pasta with the cheese and sauce.
- Spray a 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray. Pour the pasta into the pan and sprinkle the top with the remaining cheese.
- Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top turns golden and bubbles.
- Remove and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 587kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 645mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 859IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 387mg | Iron: 4mg