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comforting cheesy beef casserole

Macaroni Beef Bake

This hearty casserole combines boxed macaroni and cheese with ground beef and a gooey cheddar topping for the ultimate comfort food. The cream of mushroom soup adds rich creaminess while the bubbling cheese creates an irresistible golden crust that everyone will fight over.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box macaroni and cheese mix (7¼ ounce)
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10½ ounce)
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Dutch oven
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Prepare the macaroni and cheese according to package directions.
  3. In a Dutch oven, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until beef is no longer pink and onions are translucent.
  4. Add the prepared macaroni and cheese to the beef mixture in the Dutch oven.
  5. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and milk until thoroughly combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until bubbling around the edges.
  9. Allow to rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef. You can also swap cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or cheddar soup if preferred.
Feel free to add vegetables like diced bell peppers, frozen peas, or corn for extra nutrition. For a richer flavor, stir in a dollop of sour cream before baking.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully in the microwave or oven.