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an individual hamburger casserole in a small baking dish.
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Hamburger Casserole For One

This mini hamburger casserole is a hearty, single serving meal made with seasoned ground beef, pasta, tomato sauce, and cheese. Everything comes together in one dish and bakes in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: ground beef, ground beef casserole, hamburger, hamburger casserole, mini hamburger casserole, small hamburger casserole
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces dried penne pasta (⅔ cup uncooked - 1 ¼ cup cooked)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 ounces ground beef
  • ¼ cup chopped onions
  • 1 clove garlic -minced
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons shredded sharp cheddar cheese -for topping
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Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
  • In a 10-inch skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds. Add the ground beef, onions, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Drain any excess grease and transfer the mixture to a medium bowl.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, sour cream, cooked pasta, and ½ cup of shredded cheese until well combined.
  • Lightly grease a 4x6 or 5x5 inch baking dish with butter or oil. Pour in the mixture and sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of cheese on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  • Remove from the oven and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use Lean Ground Beef: I recommend 90% lean ground beef for great flavor with less grease. If using higher-fat beef, drain it well to avoid excess oil.
  • Shred Your Own Cheese: Pre-shredded cheese contains additives that affect melting. For the best texture and taste, shred your own.
  • Pasta Options: While penne works well, you can use any small to medium pasta you have on hand.
 
If doubling this recipe, use either two 5x5 inch baking dishes or one 6x8 inch baking dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 742kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 160mg | Sodium: 1115mg | Potassium: 993mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1455IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 497mg | Iron: 4mg

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