Grandma’s Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 cup (150g) elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup (120g) shredded cheddar cheese
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.
3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is softened.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, uncooked elbow macaroni, beef broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the macaroni is tender.
6. Once the macaroni is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
8. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
12. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
13. Servings: Makes 6 servings