Cheesy Macaroni And Hamburger Casserole Recipe

Name: Cheesy Macaroni And Hamburger Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni; 1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta(R)), cubed; 1 pound ground beef; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup (such as Campbell's(R)); 1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup milk; 8 slices American cheese (such as Kraft(R)); 1 (8 ounce) package buttery round crackers (such as Ritz(R)), crushed

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta(R)), cubed
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup (such as Campbell's(R))
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup milk
8 slices American cheese (such as Kraft(R))
1 (8 ounce) package buttery round crackers (such as Ritz(R)), crushed

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease an 11x13-inch baking dish.
2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain. Transfer to a bowl, add processed cheese cubes, and let stand until cheese partially melts.
3
Place ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, break meat apart with a spatula, and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
4
Stir Cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, and onion together in a bowl; gently fold macaroni and processed cheese mixture into soup mixture. Stir in milk until thoroughly combined. Mix ground beef into macaroni mixture and spread into prepared baking dish. Top casserole with slices of American cheese and sprinkle cracker crumbs on top. Cover casserole with aluminum foil.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling, about 20 minutes; remove foil and bake until top is golden brown, about 10 more minutes.

1037

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni, 1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta(R)), cubed, 1 pound ground beef, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Macaroni And Hamburger Casserole falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Macaroni And Hamburger Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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