Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this 4 Ingredient Hamburger Casserole (Quick & Easy). This hearty dish combines tender pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato base topped with gooey melted cheese, making it a favorite for families and busy weeknights alike. With just four main ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a delicious meal that satisfies everyone’s cravings. Perfect for any occasion, this casserole is not only quick to make but also budget-friendly and easily adaptable to suit your family’s tastes. Serve it hot from the oven for a comforting dinner that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cans (10 oz each) tomato soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup water
- Garlic, salt, & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cooked pasta, tomato soup, water, and half of the cheese; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg