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Hamburger Casserole


This hamburger casserole is cozy, cheesy, and full of hearty flavor. Tender pasta, beef, and veggies bake together in a rich tomato sauce for an easy family favorite.

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  • Flavor: Cheesy and savory with tender noodles, seasoned beef, and a rich tomato sauce for the perfect cozy bite. 
  • Prep Note: This casserole can easily be assembled ahead of time and baked later (more information below).
  • Swaps: Swap the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.
  • Serving Suggestion: Add garlic bread and a Caesar salad for a simple, complete meal.
tomato sauce with ground beef in a skillet for hamburger casserole

Ingredient Tips

  • Pasta: Rotini twists are perfect for catching all that savory sauce. No rotini? Fusilli, penne, or egg noodles work well, too. Cook just to al dente for the best texture after baking.
  • Lean Ground Beef: Use lean ground beef and be sure to drain well after browning. You can swap in ground turkey, Italian sausage, or chicken for a tasty twist.
  • Frozen Mixed Vegetables: Use any blend you like; I use a blend with carrots, peas, corn, and green beans. Cooking them in the pasta water makes for a fast meal!
  • Sauce: This simple sauce gets its flavor from pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and classic herbs like oregano, basil, and garlic. Use store-bought or homemade sauce and season to taste.
  • Shredded Cheese: Any cheese will work in this recipe! A pre-shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese blend is a great (and easy) option.

How to Make Hamburger Casserole

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, add the sauce ingredients, and simmer.
  2. Meanwhile, cook pasta. Add the frozen vegetables in the last few minutes (full recipe below).
  3. Combine all ingredients in a casserole dish. Top with cheese and bake until bubbly.

Assemble the casserole, cover, and refrigerate up to 2 days. When ready to serve, let it sit for 20 minutes at room temperature, then bake as directed in the recipe.

a plate of baked hamburger casserole

Storing Leftovers

  • Leftovers can be covered in plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  • Freeze portions before or after baking, wrapped tightly in foil. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake as directed in the recipe.

Easy Weeknight Casseroles

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Hamburger Casserole

Hamburger casserole is an easy-to-make dish loaded with beef, veggies, and tons of hamburger flavor!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini al dente according to package directions. Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the boiling water for the last minute of cooking time.

  • Meanwhile, heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion to the skillet, cooking until no pink remains. Drain any grease. Stir in the oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  • Add the pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes or until thickened.

  • In a large bowl, combine the sauce, pasta, and vegetables. Spread into a 2.5 QT casserole dish and top with cheese.

  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or just until heated through and the cheese is melted.

Keep leftover hamburger casserole covered in plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. Freeze portions before or after baking, wrapped tightly in foil. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake as directed in the recipe.

Calories: 490 | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 437mg | Potassium: 510mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2682IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Beef, Casserole, Dinner, Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine American
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