Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this One Pot Cheeseburger Casserole! This easy-to-make dish combines the hearty flavors of ground beef, rich cheddar cheese, and tender elbow macaroni—all cooked in a single pot for easy cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is not only delicious but customizable to suit your taste. Add your favorite veggies or spices to elevate the flavor, or enjoy it as is for a satisfying meal. In just 30 minutes, you can have a warm and cheesy dinner that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (16 oz) box elbow macaroni, uncooked
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Shred the cheese and set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook ground beef with diced onions until browned; drain excess grease.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste until combined.
- Pour in beef broth and add uncooked macaroni; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and cook for about 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Reduce heat to low, then stir in sour cream and half the milk until creamy.
- Gradually mix in 2 ½ cups of cheddar cheese until melted; top with remaining cheese and cover for another few minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 481
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 892mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 92mg