Certainly! Cheeseburger casserole is a tasty and convenient dish that captures the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a casserole form. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mustard
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup diced pickles
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 pound pasta (macaroni or any preferred type)
- Optional: Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the onions are softened.
- Season the beef mixture with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
- Add ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise to the skillet. Mix until everything is well combined and heated through.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta and the beef mixture. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Transfer half of the pasta and beef mixture to a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the layer.
- Add the remaining pasta and beef mixture on top and finish with the remaining cheese.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once out of the oven, sprinkle diced pickles and tomatoes on top. Optionally, you can add sesame seeds for garnish.
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy your delicious cheeseburger casserole!
