Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients:
- 1 (1lb) box medium pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 (10oz) cans tomato soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup water
- Garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta:
- Cook the medium pasta shells according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Brown the Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Season it with garlic powder, salt, and pepper (or your choice of seasonings). Break the beef into smaller pieces as it cooks.
- Combine Ingredients:
- To the browned beef, add the cooked pasta, tomato soup, and 1/2 cup of water. Also, add HALF of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until everything is well combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Pour the mixture into your greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Top with Cheese:
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, uncover the dish and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: For a golden cheese topping, turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
- Serve:
- Serve the Easy Hamburger Casserole immediately, and any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes:
- This simple and delicious casserole requires just 4 main ingredients and is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Feel free to customize the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
- Enjoy this hearty and cheesy casserole with your family and friends.
We’d love to hear about your experience making these! Share your stories, photos, or any variations you tried in the comments below. Happy cooking.