Hamburger Macaroni Casserole

Name: Hamburger Macaroni Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni; 1 pound ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce; 1 large egg; 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1-1/2 cups 2% milk; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min. + standing

Yield 8 servings

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The definition of hearty comfort food, this hamburger macaroni casserole recipe couldn't be easier to whip up.

Ingredients

1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce
1 large egg
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce; heat through.
Drain macaroni; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the egg, soup, milk, butter and parsley; pour over macaroni. Spoon beef mixture over top; sprinkle with cheese.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 357 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 721mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.

My mom often made this casserole when I was growing up, and it was one of my favorite meals. It tastes terrific with a salad and rolls. —Judy Hluchy, Mt. Prospect, Illinois

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