Cheeseburger Macaroni Bake

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this Cheeseburger Macaroni Bake, a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for family dinners or potlucks. This recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with a rich, savory beef and tomato sauce infused with the bold flavors of Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and paprika. Creamy cheddar and mozzarella cheeses melt into every bite, while a touch of heavy cream adds lusciousness to the dish. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this casserole is quick to prepare and incredibly flavorful. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve it warm for a crowd-pleasing meal that's as easy as it is delicious. Perfect keywords: cheesy casserole, easy dinner recipe, ground beef pasta bake, family comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Elbow macaroni
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounces Tomato sauce
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain the excess grease if necessary.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with their juices), Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the heavy cream until well combined.

Step 7

Combine the cooked macaroni with the beef mixture and stir until evenly coated.

Step 8

Pour the macaroni and beef mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2228.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4236.8

Total Fat 230.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 769.1mg	0%
Sodium 6060.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 318.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.7g
Protein 213.6g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 2675.0mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 2573.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.4%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 30.3%