Hamburger Casserole

Hamburger casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines ground beef, vegetables, pasta or rice, and cheese. It's a hearty one-pot meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a crowd. Here's a basic recipe for hamburger casserole:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as carrots, peas, and corn)
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups cooked pasta or rice
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet or frying pan, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the mixed vegetables, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
5. Meanwhile, cook the pasta or rice according to the package instructions until it's al dente. Drain and set aside.
6. Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a greased casserole dish. Stir in the cooked pasta or rice until everything is well combined.
7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
8. Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite seasonings or additional vegetables to suit your taste. Enjoy your homemade hamburger casserole!