Best Hamburger Casserole
Classic baked hamburger casserole with pasta, creamy sauce, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups cooked pasta elbow, rotini, or shells
- 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: peas corn, mushrooms, bell peppers
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente.
- Brown beef with onion and garlic.
- Stir in sauces and seasonings.
- Combine with pasta and transfer to dish.
- Top with cheese and bake.
Notes
- Drain the beef well
- Don’t overcook pasta
- Let rest before serving
- Freezer-friendly meal