Ingredients for California Cheeseburger Pasta Casserole
- Rotini Pasta
- Lean Ground Beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Diced Tomatoes
- Tomato Sauce
- Milk
- Light Mayonnaise
- Ketchup
- Sweet Pickle Relish
- Mustard
- Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Garlic Powder
- Oregano
- Cheddar Cheese
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How to Make California Cheeseburger Pasta Casserole
- Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni and 3 cups beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until pasta is cooked through.
- Stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- For the baked version: Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
- For the skillet version: Continue to cook on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
42 g
Sugar
37g
Fat
78g
Carbs
18g
