Description
A delightful fusion of cheeseburger flavors wrapped in cheesy pasta, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pickles or crumbled cooked bacon
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta shells and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes), then drain.
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add ground beef, and brown for 5-7 minutes, draining excess fat.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook until onion is translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Incorporate Sauces: Add ketchup, mustard, and tomato sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine with Pasta: Mix beef sauce with cooked pasta and half of the shredded cheese.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread mixture in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, topping with remaining cheese.
- Bake It Up: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use leaner ground beef for a lighter version. Customize cheese or toppings according to taste.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg