I remember my mom making Hamburger Casserole on busy weeknights, and it’s become one of my go-to recipes now that I’m balancing a bustling career and home life. It’s a classic comfort food that brings back warm memories, and it’s perfect when you need to get dinner on the table fast. With ground beef, elbow macaroni, and just a handful of simple ingredients, it’s hearty, delicious, and so easy to throw together. Plus, it makes great leftovers!

This Hamburger Casserole pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad and some crusty bread to soak up all the delicious flavors. If you have a bit more time, garlic roasted green beans or a side of steamed broccoli are also great choices to add some extra veggies to your meal. And don’t forget a nice glass of iced tea or lemonade to wash it all down!

Servings: 6

1 pound ground beef
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

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