Loaded Cheeseburger Casserole – This is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to satisfy your cravings. It’s packed with all the flavors you love in a cheeseburger – ground beef, juicy tomatoes, melty cheddar cheese, and tangy pickles – but in a convenient casserole form.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Quick and Easy: This casserole comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Family-Friendly: It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
- Customizable: Feel free to add your favorite cheeseburger toppings, such as ketchup, mustard, or sliced onions.
Loaded Cheeseburger Casserole
What You’ll Need:
- For the Casserole:
- Rotini pasta (8 oz)
- Ground beef (2 lb)
- Onion (1 large, chopped)
- Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
- Green bell pepper (1, chopped)
- Diced tomatoes (1 can, 28 oz)
- Worcestershire sauce (1 tablespoon)
- Tomato paste (2 tablespoons)
- Dried parsley (1 teaspoon)
- Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
- Dried mustard powder (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Cheddar cheese (2 cups, grated)
- For the Toppings (Optional):
- Chopped pickles
- Chopped fresh tomatoes
- Chopped iceberg lettuce
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Sliced onions
Easy Steps to Make a Loaded Cheeseburger Casserole:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook the Pasta: In a pot of salted water, cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess grease.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the diced tomatoes (including the juice), Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, dried parsley, oregano, dried mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Assemble the Casserole: In a baking dish sprayed with cooking spray, combine the cooked pasta and the cheeseburger mixture.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the top of the casserole with grated cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy! Before serving, garnish with your favorite toppings, such as chopped pickles, fresh tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, ketchup, mustard, or sliced onions.
Tips:
- For a spicier casserole, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ground beef as it cooks.
- If you don’t have rotini pasta, you can use another type of short pasta, such as elbow macaroni or penne.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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