Cheeseburger Casserole

 

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 (15 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
• 2 cups water
• 3 beef bouillon cubes
• 2 cups large elbow macaroni (dried)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine water and beef bouillon cubes. Microwave on high for 4 minutes, or until dissolved. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off grease and return beef to skillet.
4. Reduce heat to medium and add onion, salt, pepper, garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cook until onions are softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes (with their juices).
6. Add dried elbow macaroni and beef bouillon broth to the skillet and stir to combine.
7. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
8. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and milk.
9. Pour half of the beef and pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
10. Pour the remaining beef and pasta mixture over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
11. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes, or until the sides of the casserole are bubbling.
12. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Enjoy!