Loaded Cowboy Cheeseburger Casserole: Easy, Indulgent Comfort Food
This Loaded Cowboy Cheeseburger Casserole is the perfect blend of flavors and textures, combining the classic tastes of a cheeseburger with the hearty comfort of a casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can kidney beans, drained
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine.
- In a separate pot, cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet with the beef mixture. Stir in beef broth and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer everything into a greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include jalapeños or bell peppers.
- This recipe can be made a day in advance and baked when ready to serve.