Cheesy Macaroni Hamburger (Printer-Friendly Version)
Creamy cheesy macaroni and ground beef baked to golden perfection topped with crunchy cracker crumbs.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Protein
01 -
1 lb ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 -
1 medium onion, chopped
→ Pasta
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2 cups macaroni noodles, cooked al dente
→ Cheese and Dairy
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8 oz Velveeta cheese, melted
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1 can (approx. 10.75 oz) cheddar cheese soup
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8 oz sour cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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¼ cup milk
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8 slices American cheese
→ Seasonings and Toppings
10 -
½ tsp onion powder
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1 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 cup crushed Ritz cracker crumbs
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Add chopped onions and cook until tender and translucent. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Boil macaroni noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain thoroughly and return to pot.
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Stir melted Velveeta cheese into the warm macaroni until evenly coated, forming a creamy base.
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In a bowl or the skillet with beef, combine sour cream, cheddar cheese soup, onion powder, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, and milk. Stir until smooth and homogeneous.
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Fold the cheesy macaroni mixture into the sauce combined with beef and onions until thoroughly mixed.
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Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and evenly spread the mixture inside, leveling the surface.
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Layer American cheese slices over the mixture, then evenly sprinkle crushed Ritz cracker crumbs on top.
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Bake uncovered at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes until cheese is melted and crumbs are golden brown. Allow to rest briefly before serving.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Use high-quality cheeses and drain macaroni well to avoid a mushy texture.
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To enhance crispiness, toast cracker crumbs lightly in a dry pan before topping.
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Letting the dish rest after baking helps it set for easier slicing.