Simple Hamburger Hot Dish

Ground beef, pasta and tomatoes come together to create a flavorful casserole. Classic cuisine! MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Updated May 3, 2010

Ingredients

cups uncooked rotini pasta (8 oz)

lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

large onion, chopped (1 cup)

teaspoon garlic powder

1/2

teaspoon salt

can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

can (15 oz) tomato sauce

tablespoon sugar

cup shredded American-Cheddar cheese blend (4 oz)

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1

Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
2

Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook beef, onion, garlic powder and salt over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
3

Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar and pasta. Pour into ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish.
4

Cover dish with foil. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until bubbly around edges. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Slightly undercook the rotini for perfect al dente pasta in casseroles.
Like things spicy? Use 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles instead of plain diced tomatoes.