Hamburger Supreme Casserole
This Hamburger Supreme Casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines ground beef, pasta, and a variety of toppings for a delightful meal. It's perfect for family dinners and can be easily customized to suit your taste.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 aluminum foil (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Divide into two portions.
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- ½ cup chopped bell pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until the meat is cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- To the cooked beef mixture, add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked macaroni and chopped bell pepper if using. Mix well until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the sour cream and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir the mixture into the beef and macaroni mixture until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini for more flavor.
This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Just add an additional 10-15 minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.