Description
Hearty hamburger supreme casserole brings classic comfort to dinner tables with layers of savory ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy potato topping. Families will savor each delicious bite of this nostalgic midwestern classic that delivers warmth and satisfaction in every forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables (optional)
Dairy and Sauce:
- 1 ½ cups (170 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) condensed cream of mushroom soup
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
- ½ cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups (226 grams) cooked pasta (elbow macaroni or egg noodles)
- 1 cup crushed crackers or breadcrumbs (for topping)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F, preparing a casserole dish with light grease to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking into small crumbles until no pink remains.
- Incorporate diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and fragrant.
- Season the meat mixture with Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Gently fold in cooked pasta, creating a harmonious blend with cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and milk.
- Sprinkle half the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture, stirring to create a creamy, cohesive texture.
- Optional: Introduce diced tomatoes or additional vegetables for extra nutrition and complexity.
- Pour the entire mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Generously top the casserole with remaining cheese and a crunchy layer of crushed crackers or breadcrumbs.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the edges bubble enthusiastically.
Notes
- Customize the protein by substituting ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding extra vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to boost fiber and vitamins.
- Try different cheese varieties such as mozzarella, pepper jack, or Swiss to create unique flavor profiles and accommodate personal taste preferences.
- Make the dish gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta and replacing crackers with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free chips.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 396 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 655 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg