Cheeseburger Casserole

1. 1
   prep · ~10 min

   Preheat the oven and cook the pasta.

   1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

   2.Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.

   3.Drain pasta in a colander and set aside.
2. 2
   saute · ~10 min

   Brown the ground beef.

   1.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   2.Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

   3.Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned (5-7 minutes).

   4.Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3
   simmer · ~3 min

   Build the burger sauce.

   1.Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.

   2.Add mustard, ketchup, water, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

   3.Mix well and let simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.

   4.Remove skillet from heat.
4. 4
   mix · ~1 min

   Combine pasta and beef mixture.

   1.Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the beef mixture.

   2.Add chopped dill pickles and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.

   3.Stir everything together until evenly combined.
5. 5
   bake · ~20 min

   Assemble and bake the casserole.

   1.Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

   2.Spread evenly and top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.

   3.Bake for 18-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

   4.Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

   TIPFor extra browning, switch to broil for the last 2 minutes — watch carefully so the cheese doesn't burn.
6. 6
   garnish

   Garnish with extra pickles and serve hot.

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