Easy way to make Cheeseburger Casserole (Easy Filling)

A substantial beef-filled pasta dish called a “cheeseburger casserole” is served with a cheese sauce.

The entire family will enjoy this simple, filling entrée. It reheats well and can be prepared in advance. a bowl of cheeseburger casserole

Cheeseburger casserole ingredients

Rotini has the texture and structure to contain the sauce, but any medium-sized pasta would do. Try mostaccioli, penne, or farfalle.

GROUND BEEF: The foundation of any good cheeseburger is beef! Because the small amount of fat gives the meat taste, I like an 80/20 ratio.

SAUCE: This is a quick and simple cheese sauce that only requires a quick stir (no boiling or roux required).

A little Worcestershire sauce and BBQ sauce enhance the meaty flavor in addition to the fantastic cheese flavor.

Variations

• Low-carb or keto diets? Substitute roasted cauliflower or cauliflower rice for the spaghetti (and swap out the bbq sauce for a low-carb version).
• Use ground beef in place of leftover hamburgers by chopping them up.
• You can experiment with the seasoning by adding some red pepper flakes or by switching the soup’s base to the cream of mushroom or French onion soup.

Making a Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe

Because everyone’s food cooks at the same time in this simple casserole, there’s no need to fry up individual burgers.

1. Prepare al dente pasta and drain.
2. Brown the onion and the ground meat, then season (per the recipe below).
3. In a 9×13 pan, mix the sauce ingredients with the spaghetti and beef.
4. Add cheese, sesame seeds, bacon, and BBQ sauce as a garnish.
   till bubbling, bake.
5. Add your favorite burger toppings, such as pickles, onions, and tomatoes, to the dish.

Storing

In an airtight container, cheeseburger casserole will keep in the fridge for about 4 days. Reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop for the best results, then scoop it into a wrap for a quick lunch on the go or pile it on top of salad greens for a filling meal.

You can learn more about reheating and freezing casseroles here. This casserole can be frozen.

Cheeseburger Casserole

All of your favorite burger toppings are included in the hearty, substantial pasta dish known as “creamy cheeseburger casserole.”

Ingredients

• 3 cups rotini pasta 8 ounces
• 1 pound of ground beef
• ½ onion diced
• ½ teaspoon seasoning salt
• 10 ¾ ounces condensed cheese soup
• 1 cup milk
• 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded & divided
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ cup BBQ sauce + 2 tablespoons, divided
• 14 ounces petite diced tomatoes drained
• 1 teaspoon steak spice
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons bacon bits

Instructions

1. Set 425°F oven temperature.
2. Follow the directions on the package to prepare pasta al dente.
3. While waiting, cook the onion with the ground beef for about 5 minutes, until it is soft. Add the salt and stir.
4. Pasta, beef mixture, soup, milk, 2 cups cheese, mustard, Worcestershire, 1/4 cup BBQ sauce, chopped tomatoes, and steak seasoning should all be combined in a big bowl.
5. Cover a 9 x 13 casserole dish with. Add the remaining cheese, sesame seeds, bacon bits, and BBQ sauce on top.
6. 30 minutes in the oven, or until heated and bubbling.

Notes

You can use any medium-sized pasta in place of rotini.

In place of ground beef, leftover hamburger or cheeseburger patties can be used. Create bite-sized pieces out of the patties.

To this dish, you can add your favorite ingredients or toppings. Fried mushrooms are a favorite addition.

• sweetened onions
• jalapenos
• Blue or Swiss cheese
• cooked eggs

Nutrition information

Calories: 422 | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 884mg | Potassium: 707mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 773IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 394mg | Iron: 3mg