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Hamburger Casserole

If you like hearty hamburger casseroles, you can't go wrong with this easy recipe.

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Hamburger Casserole

Some days require an easy dinner. That's where this ground beef casserole recipe comes in. Hamburger Casserole is made in a skillet, so you don't have to fuss about the clean up.

It's been adapted to be a little healthier than other ground beef casseroles due to the fresh ingredients and sour cream (instead of canned soup). The sour cream makes this comfort food a little creamier and a little more delicious. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. Easy ground beef casseroles are a must for any busy family's meal plan, and we guarantee that you will love this easy casserole recipe for Hamburger Casserole.

If you're feeding a big group, this simple casserole will suit everyone's tastes. Ground beef and pasta casseroles are classic because they are dependable and delicious!

Yields8 servings

Preparation Time15 min

Cooking Time35 min

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound rotini pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
  • 2 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Herbs de Provence
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
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  • Topping
  • 1/4 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

  2. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.

  3. In a large oven-proof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute the onions and green peppers for 1-2 minutes. Mix in the ground beef, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Cook until meat is no longer pink.

  4. Stir in the cumin and Herbs de Provence. Add the tomatoes and corn. Turn off the heat and add in the cooked pasta, broth, sour cream, salt and pepper. Stir in the Cheddar cheese.

  5. Place the skillet into the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.

  6. Combine the panko bread crumbs with the melted butter.

  7. Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole, then sprinkle the panko breadcrumb mixture over the cheese.

  8. Return to oven until the top is golden and the cheese is melted.

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