Description
This Instant Pot Cheeseburger Casserole is a delicious one-pot meal that combines all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a comforting pasta dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this cheesy and savory casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Cheeseburger Casserole:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 8 oz elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheeseburger Casserole: Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Cook ground beef in olive oil until browned. Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Sauté until onions are softened.
- Cook the Pasta: Cancel Sauté mode. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, and macaroni. Pressure cook for 4 minutes, then do a quick release.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted. Let sit to thicken. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Top with pickles or ketchup and mustard for extra flavor.
- You can use ground turkey as a healthier alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
