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Easy Hamburger Casserole is made of pasta, ground beef, a rich sauce, and gooey, melty cheese<\/strong> for a simple, hearty weeknight dinner everyone loves!<\/em><\/p>\n

A 35-MINUTE CASSEROLE RECIPE<\/h2>\n

Hamburger Casserole is the effortless dinner you\u2019ll want to make again and again. I think this is one of those meals that even the picky eaters enjoy. Pasta is mixed with seasoned ground beef and your favorite pasta sauce, then topped with plenty of melted cheese for a family friendly meal. It\u2019s simple to customize with different pastas, cheeses, or added veggies, and you can even prep it ahead or freeze it for later. It checks all the boxes!<\/p>\n

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:\u00a0<\/h2>\n
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What if I like a saucier casserole? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

If you like a saucier casserole, use a larger (32 ounce) jar of spaghetti sauce. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Can I make this in the Slow Cooker instead? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

While I suppose you could, I don\u2019t think it\u2019s worth it in this instance. You pretty much have to cook everything before adding it to the Crock Pot, so I don\u2019t know what it is really saving you. I feel like it\u2019s definitely easier to do in the oven in this case. Plus, the pasta can get mushy in the Slow Cooker if you aren\u2019t careful and layer it just right. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Can I make this with gluten free pasta? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

Certainly. That should work. Use whatever gluten free pasta you prefer and have on hand. Always check your seasonings and sauces to be sure they\u2019re gluten free too. Some sauces are not gluten free.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What to serve with Hamburger Casserole?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

This is a filling casserole on its own, but it does go nicely with some crusty bread, Dinner Rolls<\/a>, Breadsticks<\/a>, Garlic Bread<\/a>, etc. You can\u2019t go wrong with a good ole green salad, Caesar salad, or steamed broccoli either.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Can I freeze this Hamburger Casserole before baking?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Definitely! Once the casserole is prepared, you can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 2 months. When ready to enjoy, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and bake the next day.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Can I freeze this casserole after baking? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

Yes! This casserole can be frozen once you\u2019ve made it if you have leftovers. Keep them in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating those leftovers in the oven until warmed through. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Can I make this ahead of time?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Yes! You can prepare this casserole up to 24 hours in advance. Just cover the dish tightly with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate. When you\u2019re ready to bake, add about 10 extra minutes to the cooking time since it will be starting out cold.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What else can I add to this casserole?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

This is a versatile recipe because you can add anything you\u2019d like such as spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, broccoli, or peas. If you like a little spicy food, there\u2019s options for that too. You can definitely spice up this dish by adding a little heat with cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What\u2019s the best way to store leftover casserole?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

You can keep this in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can freeze this dish in an airtight container after baking for up to 1 month.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What\u2019s the best way to reheat leftovers? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

The best way to heat this up (without it drying out) is to bake at 350\u00b0 with foil wrapped on top. You can also heat this up in the microwave for 30-second increments. If you feel the pasta is a little dry, you could add additional spaghetti sauce (or sprinkle a little water on it) when reheating.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)<\/h3>\n